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Scotsman
3 days ago
- Health
- Scotsman
Why are measles cases still rising in the UK?
More than one in 10 children under the age of five haven't had their MMR vaccine 🚨 Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Measles cases have continued to increase across the UK. More than one in 10 children under the age of five in England haven't had the MMR vaccine. Since the last report on July 3, there has been an increase of 145 cases. Health officials are warning parents to get their children vaccinated. Parents are being urged to vaccinate their children against measles after cases continue to increase across the UK. More than one in 10 children under the age of five in England haven't had their Measles Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine or are only partially vaccinated. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Measles is highly contagious and can have serious complications. Parents are being urged to ensure children are protected with two doses of the MMR vaccine at the right time. The latest data on cases in England from the UK Health and Security Agency (UKHSA) shows that 145 measles cases have been reported since its last publication on July 3. Dr Vanessa Saliba, UKHSA Consultant Epidemiologist, said: 'The summer months offer parents an important opportunity to ensure their children's vaccinations are up to date, giving them the best possible protection when the new school term begins. It is never too late to catch up. Do not put it off and regret it later.' Cases of measles have been increasing rapidly. |Is there a measles outbreak? Measles cases have been on the rise since January 1. Latest data from the UKHSA shows that there have been 674 laboratory-confirmed cases reported in England, an increase of 145 cases since the last report on July 3, 2025. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Of those cases 48% (322) have been in London, 16% (111) in the North West, and 10% (65) in the East of England. Why are measles cases still rising in the UK? Cases of measles are still rising due to a global increase in cases combined with a decline in the uptake of the MMR vaccine. In the UK, vaccination rates are well below the World Health Organisation's (WHO) target of 95%, leaving thousands of children unprotected. How to check if your child has had the MMR vaccine If you are unsure whether your child is up to date with their MMR vaccinations, you can check their vaccination Red Book or contact your GP practice. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Dr Amanda Doyle, National Director for Primary Care and Community Services at NHS England, said: 'The MMR vaccine is provided free by the NHS and I would urge all parents to check their child's vaccination records before the new school year or summer travel, particularly as Europe is reporting the highest number of measles cases in 25 years.' The first MMR vaccine is offered to babies aged one, with the second dose given to pre-school children around 3 years and 4 months. The UKHSA states that around 99% of those who have both doses will be protected against measles and rubella. Although mumps protection is slightly lower, cases in vaccinated people are much less severe. Anyone, at any age, who has not had two doses of the MMR vaccine can contact their GP surgery to book an appointment.
Scotsman
3 days ago
- Health
- Scotsman
Why are measles cases still rising in the UK?
More than one in 10 children under the age of five haven't had their MMR vaccine 🚨 Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Measles cases have continued to increase across the UK. More than one in 10 children under the age of five in England haven't had the MMR vaccine. Since the last report on July 3, there has been an increase of 145 cases. Health officials are warning parents to get their children vaccinated. Parents are being urged to vaccinate their children against measles after cases continue to increase across the UK. More than one in 10 children under the age of five in England haven't had their Measles Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine or are only partially vaccinated. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Measles is highly contagious and can have serious complications. Parents are being urged to ensure children are protected with two doses of the MMR vaccine at the right time. The latest data on cases in England from the UK Health and Security Agency (UKHSA) shows that 145 measles cases have been reported since its last publication on July 3. Dr Vanessa Saliba, UKHSA Consultant Epidemiologist, said: 'The summer months offer parents an important opportunity to ensure their children's vaccinations are up to date, giving them the best possible protection when the new school term begins. It is never too late to catch up. Do not put it off and regret it later.' Cases of measles have been increasing rapidly. |Is there a measles outbreak? Measles cases have been on the rise since January 1. Latest data from the UKHSA shows that there have been 674 laboratory-confirmed cases reported in England, an increase of 145 cases since the last report on July 3, 2025. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Of those cases 48% (322) have been in London, 16% (111) in the North West, and 10% (65) in the East of England. Why are measles cases still rising in the UK? Cases of measles are still rising due to a global increase in cases combined with a decline in the uptake of the MMR vaccine. In the UK, vaccination rates are well below the World Health Organisation's (WHO) target of 95%, leaving thousands of children unprotected. How to check if your child has had the MMR vaccine If you are unsure whether your child is up to date with their MMR vaccinations, you can check their vaccination Red Book or contact your GP practice. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Dr Amanda Doyle, National Director for Primary Care and Community Services at NHS England, said: 'The MMR vaccine is provided free by the NHS and I would urge all parents to check their child's vaccination records before the new school year or summer travel, particularly as Europe is reporting the highest number of measles cases in 25 years.' The first MMR vaccine is offered to babies aged one, with the second dose given to pre-school children around 3 years and 4 months. The UKHSA states that around 99% of those who have both doses will be protected against measles and rubella. Although mumps protection is slightly lower, cases in vaccinated people are much less severe. Anyone, at any age, who has not had two doses of the MMR vaccine can contact their GP surgery to book an appointment. You can find out more about the signs and symptoms of measles and how to get a MMR vaccine at
NDTV
30-07-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Jagan Mohan Reddy Plans Mobile App, Seen As An Answer To Nara Lokesh's Red Book
Hyderabad: Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) president YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has announced that his party is set to launch a new mobile application next week to document and digitally store instances of alleged harassment and injustice faced by YSRCP workers and the general public at the hands of current government officials. The announcement was made during a Political Advisory Committee (PAC) meeting on Tuesday, where Jagan Reddy detailed the functionality and intent behind the upcoming app. He said the application would allow individuals to register complaints, provide detailed accounts of incidents, name the officials involved, and upload supporting evidence such as photos or documents. "If anyone across the state faces harassment from any official, they can go to the app, which will prompt them to explain how they were wronged," Jagan Reddy explained to party members. "Complainants can detail who harassed them and how, and they will also have the option to upload supporting evidence. Once submitted, the complaint will be securely stored in the YSRCP Digital Library server." Jagan Reddy made it clear that this "Digital Library" is being built with a long-term vision. He said when the YSRCP returns to power, these digital records would be meticulously reviewed, and those responsible for alleged injustices would be held accountable. "The moment our government comes to power, we will open this digital library and ensure that those responsible are held accountable under the law," Jagan Reddy asserted, delivering a strong warning to officials currently serving. "Those responsible will be brought to justice with interest. No one will be spared. We will show cinema. What you sow, you shall reap," he said. This initiative could be seen as a direct counter to the "Red Book" strategy employed by TDP general secretary Nara Lokesh during his party's time in opposition, where he publicly noted down names of officials and political figures allegedly involved in harassing TDP leaders and cadres. Upon coming to power in June 2024, Lokesh reportedly began implementing his "Red Book" constitution, with several officials and YSRCP leaders facing consequences. Jagan's mobile app is being seen YSRCP's answer to Nara Lokesh's Red Book.
Scotsman
26-07-2025
- Health
- Scotsman
How to check if your child has had the MMR jab
Measles can cause life threatening complications 🏥 Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Measles is nearly twice as contagious as the common cold. Cases of measles have been increasing across the UK. Health officials are warning parents to get their children vaccinated. Parents are being urged to vaccinate their children as the number of measles cases continues to rise. It comes after earlier this month, a child who had contracted measles died at Alder Hey Children's Hospital in Liverpool. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Cases of measles have been on the rise, since January 1, there have been 529 laboratory confirmed measles cases reported in England, an increase of 109 cases since the last report on June 5. The decline in the uptake of vaccinations including the MMR, means that vaccination rates are well below the World Health Organisation's (WHO) target of 95%, leaving thousands of children left unprotected. Speaking in June, Dr Vanessa Saliba, Consultant Epidemiologist at the UK Health Security Agency said: 'The MMR vaccine is the best way to protect yourself and your family from measles. Babies under the age of one and some people who have weakened immune systems can't have the vaccine and are at risk of more serious complications if they get measles. They rely on the rest of us getting the vaccine to protect them. 'It is never too late to catch up, if you're not sure if any of your family are up to date, check their Red Book or contact your GP practice. Don't put it off and regret it later.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Parents are being encouraged to get their children vaccinated from measles. |What is measles? Measles is a highly contagious viral infection that can lead to serious complications and in rare cases even death. What are the symptoms of measles? Measles often first materialises as cold-like symptoms including a high temperature, a blocked or runny nose, sneezing and a cough. Small white spots may also appear inside the cheeks and back of lips, according to the NHS, along with a visible rash. What is a measles rash? A measles rash is usually appears a few days after developing the cold-like symptoms, brown or red in appearance, it starts on the face and behind the ears before spreading to the rest of the body. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Who is eligible for the MMR vaccine? The MMR vaccine is offered to all babies and young children as part of the NHS vaccination schedule. It is delivered in two doses, the first when the child is one-years-old and the second when the child is three years and four months old. Babies between six and 12 months can have an extra dose of the MMR vaccine before this if: they're travelling abroad to an area with a lot of measles they've been close to someone with measles there's an outbreak of measles The MMR vaccine is also available to older children and adults who may have missed their vaccination at GP surgeries and in some pharmacies. How can I check my child's MMR status? If you are unsure as to whether or not your child is up to date with their MMR vaccinations you can check your child's vaccinations Red Book, or contact your GP practice who can provide more information. If your child is not up to date, your GP will then be able to provide the vaccinations they need. You can find out more about the signs and symptoms of measles and how to access the MMR vaccine at
Scotsman
26-07-2025
- Health
- Scotsman
How to check if your child has had the MMR jab
Measles can cause life threatening complications 🏥 Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Measles is nearly twice as contagious as the common cold. Cases of measles have been increasing across the UK. Health officials are warning parents to get their children vaccinated. Parents are being urged to vaccinate their children as the number of measles cases continues to rise. It comes after earlier this month, a child who had contracted measles died at Alder Hey Children's Hospital in Liverpool. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Cases of measles have been on the rise, since January 1, there have been 529 laboratory confirmed measles cases reported in England, an increase of 109 cases since the last report on June 5. The decline in the uptake of vaccinations including the MMR, means that vaccination rates are well below the World Health Organisation's (WHO) target of 95%, leaving thousands of children left unprotected. Speaking in June, Dr Vanessa Saliba, Consultant Epidemiologist at the UK Health Security Agency said: 'The MMR vaccine is the best way to protect yourself and your family from measles. Babies under the age of one and some people who have weakened immune systems can't have the vaccine and are at risk of more serious complications if they get measles. They rely on the rest of us getting the vaccine to protect them. 'It is never too late to catch up, if you're not sure if any of your family are up to date, check their Red Book or contact your GP practice. Don't put it off and regret it later.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Parents are being encouraged to get their children vaccinated from measles. |What is measles? Measles is a highly contagious viral infection that can lead to serious complications and in rare cases even death. What are the symptoms of measles? Measles often first materialises as cold-like symptoms including a high temperature, a blocked or runny nose, sneezing and a cough. Small white spots may also appear inside the cheeks and back of lips, according to the NHS, along with a visible rash. What is a measles rash? A measles rash is usually appears a few days after developing the cold-like symptoms, brown or red in appearance, it starts on the face and behind the ears before spreading to the rest of the body. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Who is eligible for the MMR vaccine? The MMR vaccine is offered to all babies and young children as part of the NHS vaccination schedule. It is delivered in two doses, the first when the child is one-years-old and the second when the child is three years and four months old. Babies between six and 12 months can have an extra dose of the MMR vaccine before this if: they're travelling abroad to an area with a lot of measles they've been close to someone with measles there's an outbreak of measles The MMR vaccine is also available to older children and adults who may have missed their vaccination at GP surgeries and in some pharmacies. How can I check my child's MMR status? If you are unsure as to whether or not your child is up to date with their MMR vaccinations you can check your child's vaccinations Red Book, or contact your GP practice who can provide more information. If your child is not up to date, your GP will then be able to provide the vaccinations they need.
