Measles

Parents and carers are being encouraged to make sure their children are protected against measles and other serious childhood illnesses by catching up on any missed vaccinations.

Families encouraged to catch up on children's vaccinations as measles cases rise

The NHS is urging parents and carers to be aware of the signs and symptoms of measles this half term break.

'Know measles, stop the spread': Advice for Wakefield families this half term

As children return to school there are some illnesses that parents need to be aware of

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Measles is a highly contagious viral infection.

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With the return to school approaching, the NHS is urging parents and carers in West Yorkshire to check their child is fully vaccinated before the end of the summer break.

Parents urged to check MMR jabs before school return across Wakefield

Cases of measles have been increasing rapidly.

Parents are urged to get kids vaccinated as measles cases still rising

Parents are being encouraged to get their children vaccinated from measles.

How to check if your child has had the MMR jab as measles cases rise

Measles is a highly contagious viral infection.

What to do if either you or your child has measles

Following the tragic death of a child with measles in Liverpool, health services in West Yorkshire are urging residents to ensure that they and their children are vaccinated against the disease.

NHS services in West Yorkshire issue measles warning after tragic death

Measles is highly contagious and can lead to serious complications or in some cases death.

How to spot a measles rash - as cases continue to rise

Measles is highly contagious and can lead to serious complications or in some cases death.

Measles hotspots - areas with the highest number of cases this year

Measles is a highly contagious viral infection, which can have serious health consequences.

Warning signs of measles and how to avoid getting the virus

Europe has recorded the highest number of measles cases in 25 years.

Worrying signs of measles to watch out for as cases rise in the UK

Sophie Dale with her son Levi who was nearly killed by measles.

Measles signs and symptoms as baby 'nearly dies'

A child is given their MMR vaccination. (Photo: Sean Gallup/Getty Images)

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Parents are being urged to vaccinate their children against measles ahead of the new school term. (Photo: SAVO PRELEVIC/AFP via Getty Images)

Measles symptoms as parents warned of potential surge in cases

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Symptoms and signs to look out for in recent rise of Measles

Public Health Wakefield has given advice on how to spot measles and how to stay protected. There are not currently any outbreaks in Wakefield, and being vaccinated is the best way to prevent the viral illness from spreading.

Measles: Advice from Public Health Wakefield on how to spot it and what to do

Measles, along with mumps and rubella, is a highly infectious illness: one child with measles can infect up to nine other unvaccinated children, making it one of the most infectious diseases in the world.

Parents urged to get their children vaccinated as measles cases rise

Measles is a highly infectious viral illness, which can sometimes lead to serious complications (Photo: Shutterstock)

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