Upcoming Changes to the UK Childhood Vaccination Schedule: Key Updates for Healthcare Professionals.
Changes to UK routine childhood vaccination schedule are commencing 1st July 2025
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The Introduction of a UK Varicella (Chickenpox) Vaccination Programme
Did you know that chickenpox (varicella) is now a notifiable disease in England? This means that medical professionals must report suspected or confirmed cases to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) from 6th April, 2025. This change is part of a broader update to health protection notification regulations. Purpose of the Change: The UKHSA 2025
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Covid-19 Spring Vaccination Programme 2025.
What you need to know The information in this document was correct at the time of publication. Please ensure you refer to the up-to-date guidance published in the Green Book and the UKHSA Covid-19 vaccination programme collection COVID-19 vaccination is now a targeted offer for those at higher risk of severe COVID-19 disease during planned
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Neonatal Hepatitis B Pathway
This blog provides practitioners with information on the Hepatitis B selective neonatal immunisation pathway, DBS testing at 12 months and useful resources. The introduction of the hexavalent vaccine, as part of the universal childhood immunisation programme in 2017, provided an opportunity for collaborative working by the infectious diseases in pregnancy screening programme and national immunisation
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Expanding Vaccine Roles for Health Care Support Workers
Training Requirements and Employer Responsibilities Healthcare Support Workers (HCSW’s) are integral to the success of immunisation programmes, especially in meeting the growing demand for vaccines. However, their expanded responsibilities must align with proper training, competency, and governance. This blog focuses on the essential training requirements for HCSWs and the employer’s role in ensuring patient safety
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RSV Vaccine and the rare Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) side effect: Understanding Prevalence and Risks
The Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a major cause of severe respiratory infections, especially in infants, older adults, and immunocompromised individuals. To learn more about RSV and the importance of the vaccine, view the video below. With the recent introduction of the RSV vaccine into immunisation programmes, concerns have recently emerged regarding rare side effects,
How to Address Vaccine Hesitancy: A Compassionate Approach
Vaccine hesitancy has been a topic of increasing concern in recent years, but let’s be honest—most of us know someone who feels uncertain or worried about vaccines. The truth is these concerns don’t come from a place of malice or ignorance, but often stem from fear, confusion, or misinformation. So how can we help bridge
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