Get your child vaccinated at our Catch Up Clinic
On behalf of Sutton GP Practices, we are running MMR vaccination Catch Up Clinics for patients may not be up to date with their vaccinations.
If your child has not previously had an MMR vaccination and:
- Is aged between 1 and 25 years old and
- Is registered at a practice within the borough of Sutton
You can make an appointment at one of our clinics.
How to Book
Sutton Primary Care Networks is providing MMR vaccination catch up clinics. Patients aged between 1 year old and 25 years old who have not previously received an MMR vaccination are invited to book into these clinics that will be held at the following GP Practices:
- James O’Riordan Medical Centre
- Manor Practice (Roundshaw)
- Robin Hood Lane Health Centre
- Wrythe Green Surgery.
Please note your child MUST be registered at a practice within the borough of Sutton to be eligible.
To make an appointment for your child to receive the MMR vaccination or if you have any concerns or questions about the MMR vaccination and want to speak to one of our nurses:
You can call us on: 0333 332 6570
What is Measles?
Measles is a very infectious illness spread by coughs and sneezes. If your child is not protected and have even passing contact with someone who has measles, the chances are that they will be infected too.
There is currently no cure for Measles and complications can include:
- Chest infections,
- Ear infections,
- Diarrhoea,
- Encephalitis (infection of the brain).
In 2023, there were 1603 suspected cases of Measles in England and Wales compared to only 735 in 2022 and 360 in 2021.
(UK Health Security Agency)
About the MMR Vaccination
The combined MMR vaccine has been safely protecting children for many years in many countries worldwide. In the UK, millions of doses have been given since it was introduced in 1988.
Before vaccines can be used, they have to be thoroughly tested for safety. Although there may be some side effects from vaccination, they are usually mild and much less severe than the disease itself. Serious reactions following vaccination are rare.
Further Resources
Leaflets about MMR in other languages: www.gov.uk/government/publications/mmr-for-all-general-leaflet
