What vaccinations are being offered at Worcestershire's pop-up clinics?

The pop-up clinics in Worcestershire are offering catch-up immunizations for the MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) and HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccines.

Who is eligible for the free catch-up HPV vaccine in Worcestershire?

Free catch-up HPV vaccines are available on the NHS for women aged 24 and under and men born after September 1, 2006, up until their 25th birthday.

Where and when are the catch-up vaccination clinics taking place in Worcestershire?

A clinic was held on Saturday at Stourport Sports Club, with additional vaccination clinics scheduled for February in Bromsgrove, Redditch, Droitwich, and Worcester.

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Worcestershire Offers MMR & HPV Catch-Up Vaccines

31 Jan

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Summary

Pop-up clinics offer missed MMR and HPV immunizations.
MMR vaccination rates in Worcestershire exceed 90%.
Free HPV vaccines available for those 24 and under.

Worcestershire Offers MMR & HPV Catch-Up Vaccines

Pop-up vaccine clinics are now available across Worcestershire, providing essential catch-up opportunities for missed MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) and HPV (human papillomavirus) immunizations. These clinics cater to residents who did not receive these jabs as part of their routine childhood vaccination schedule.

A specific clinic took place on Saturday at Stourport Sports Club, with further sessions planned throughout February at various locations across the county. Worcestershire is recognized for its strong performance in MMR vaccinations, with over 90% of children receiving both doses by age five.

Measles, a highly contagious disease, requires two MMR doses for full protection. The HPV vaccine, also offered, protects against common cancer-causing types of the virus. While over 73% of eligible young people in Worcestershire have received the HPV vaccine, some may have missed it due to various circumstances.