We are sharing an important letter from Bristol City Council’s Deputy Director of Public Health regarding a recent measles outbreak in our local area.
Between January and May 2025, Bristol recorded 47 confirmed cases of measles, making it the area with the highest number of cases in England during this period. Some patients required hospital treatment, and cases affected both children and adults across the city.
The outbreak highlights concerns about low MMR vaccination rates in Bristol, with approximately 17% of five-year-old children currently unprotected. Health officials are urging all parents and carers to check their family’s vaccination status and book any missed MMR vaccinations as soon as possible.
Please take time to read the attached letter from Julie Northcott, which contains important information about protecting your family from measles, recognising symptoms, and what to do if you suspect your child may have contracted the illness.
If you have any concerns about your child’s vaccination status or health, please speak to your GP practice, pharmacy or health visitor.
We encourage all families to take this health advice seriously to protect both your own family and our wider school community.
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