Measles outbreak in Lancashire confirmed as parents urged to get kids vaccinated

Lancashire County Councl's Director of Public health has issued a statement following a rise of cases in the city. Families with children are being made aware the infection can spread quickly among communities such as nurseries and schools.

News of the outbreak follows the UK Health Security Agency's latest measles epidemiological overview. While infection rates are currently low across Lancashire and the rest of the north west, patients with suspected cases are urged not to turn up at their GP unannounced.Dr Karunanithi said: "I can confirm that we have had a measles outbreak in the Preston area.

"There are two types of MMR vaccine, and one does not contain pork gelatine. You can request a vaccine without pork gelatine from your GP practice when you book your appointment." "If any of your children have missed any of their MMR vaccines, contact your GP surgery to book an appointment. You should also call your GP or 111 for advice if you think you or your child might have measles.

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