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IMMUNISATIONS FOR CHILDREN
​​​The recommended vaccination schedule is as follows: 
  • At 2 months    - Diphtheria, Tetanus, Whooping Cough, Polio, HIB and Pneumococcal Vaccine
  • At 3 months    - Diphtheria, Tetanus, Whooping Cough, Polio, HIB and Meningitis C Vaccine 
  • At 4 months    - Diphtheria, Tetanus, Whooping Cough, Polio, HIB, Meningitis C and Pneumococcal Vaccine 
  • At 12 months  - Hib** and Meningitis C
  • At 13 months  - MMR and Pneumococcal Vaccine
  • At 3½-5 years - Pre-school booster of Diphtheria, Tetanus, Whooping Cough, Polio and 2nd MMR

** HIB = Haemophilius Influenza Type B - see below

The following diseases can be more serious than many people think. Some, in certain cases, can be potentially fatal. Your child can, however, be protected by immunisation.
Meningitis 
This is a life-threatening infection. The symptoms include a severe headache with neck stiffness, as well as a dislike of bright lights, fever, temperature and a rash (which is not always present).  The serious nature of meningitis has made developing immunisations important.​
HIB (Haemophilus influenzae type B)​  
This is a bacterial infection which can cause a number of diseases, including Bacterial Meningitis, Septicaemia, Pneumonia and Septic Arthritis. It is the serious nature of Hib which, in recent years, has made immunisation so important for the under four year olds.
Measles​ 
This is very common and particularly infectious. Like Diphtheria, it starts off like a common cold - but the child quickly develops a temperature and a rash. Measles can be very serious indeed, leading to all manner of problems such as Encephalitis, which can cause brain damage, Bronchitis and Pneumonia. Every year a number of children die from Measles.​
Mumps ​ 
This is usually not a severe illness in itself. It can, however, lead to very unpleasant complications such as Viral Meningitis in children. Symptoms are usually restricted to a swelling under the jaw, and behind and over the ears. In the UK, over 1,000 people a year are admitted to hospital with Mumps.​
Polio 
This has been eradicated in the UK by immunisation. Increasing foreign travel, however, increases the risk of this disease being reintroduced via unprotected individuals. It is a disease of the nervous system which has the effect of affecting muscular movement. It can affect different muscle groups - for example those in the chest, causing difficulty in breathing - or those in the legs. It may lead to permanent paralysis.​
Rubella (German measles)  
This is a very mild illness with symptoms similar to the common cold, together with a rash - initially on the face - which rapidly spreads all over the body. It is, however, highly dangerous to the unborn child and, therefore, it is especially important that pregnant women, and those planning to become pregnant are protected.​
Pneumococcal Disease 
This is a particular risk in children under two years of age, and can lead to Meningitis and Septicaemia (blood poisoning).
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​SUNBURY HEALTH CENTRE GROUP PRACTICE
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​SUNBURY ON THAMES, TW16 6RH
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04 November 2021
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  • VACCINES
    • COVID-19 >
      • INFORMATION-SUPPORT
      • Every Mind Matters
      • COVID YELLOW CARD REPORTING SITE
    • FLU VACCINES
  • The PPG
    • About the PPG
    • Aims + Objectives >
      • Standing Orders
    • THE CORE COMMITTEE
    • THE MEDIA re. The Practice
    • Meetings >
      • MINUTES OF MEETINGS >
        • Minutes 2023
        • Minutes - 2022
        • Minutes - 2021
        • Minutes - 2019 and 2020
        • Minutes 2013 - 2018
    • PPG Presentation
    • Join Us ...
  • Appointments
    • LIVI - A Doctor on-line
    • Hospital Appointments Online
    • Hospital Blood Test Appointment
    • NHS e-Referral Service
  • THE PRACTICE
    • Opening Times
    • Reception and Enquiries
    • BLOOD TEST RESULTS
    • Clinical Pharmacist >
      • Nurse Practitioner + Paramedics
    • Clinics and Services >
      • Ear Micro-Suction Service
      • HEALTH REVIEW + ASSESSMENT CLINIC
      • Home Visits
      • Minor Surgery
      • New Patients Registration >
        • Temporary Residents
      • PRESCRIPTIONS + MEDICINES CENTRE >
        • Repeat Prescriptions
      • Sickness Certificates
      • Call 111 >
        • Symptom Checker
        • NW Surrey CCG - Advice on Call 111
      • Travel Vaccinations
      • Free Health Checks
      • Immunisations >
        • Adult Immunisations
        • Children's Immunisations
    • Fees for non-NHS Services
    • Friends and Family Test
    • Compliments + Suggestions >
      • Complaints
    • Treatment Room
    • Wellbeing Centre
  • PRACTICE WEBSITE
  • General
    • Accessible Transport
    • Local Pharmacies
    • Medicines Use Review
    • Patient Guide to GP Services
    • Revalidation of Doctors
    • Useful Telephone Numbers
    • Useful Websites
  • Health Care
    • Ashford + St. Peter's Hospitals
    • CQC
    • Healthwatch + Public Involvement Assoc. - HAPIA >
      • Mini NHS Bulletins
    • Health + Care Data
    • Healthwatch Surrey
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    • NW Surrey CCG
    • NW Surrey Health and Care Alliance
    • SPELTHORNE HEALTH + WELLBEING
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