Measles 

Following the outbreak of measles in headlines earlier this year, progress is being made in containing the disease but the risk remains a concern. Measles spreads very easily and it is an infection that causes serious problems in some people.

One dose of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine is at least 95% effective in preventing measles and with two doses (at least one month apart), 99% of individuals will be protected. 

People who have previously been vaccinated against measles (with two doses of a measles containing vaccine) in countries other than the UK are likely to have protection.

If you have not had the measles vaccination, you are at risk. Please check your red book and/or the NHS app:

• If your record shows you have had two MMR/measles vaccinations, you don’t need to take any further action.
• If you have had two vaccinations but they are not on your record, please bring the details in to Reception so we can update your record.
• If you have not had two MMR vaccinations, please book an appointment with us to have it as soon as possible.

If you think you may have measles

If you, or your child, has a high temperature and a rash, please stay at home and make a telephone appointment with your GP for further advice.

Measles spreads very easily, so you will be putting others at risk if you come in to the surgery, and our Receptionists will send you home again to stop the spread.

Where a face to face appointment is deemed necessary after a telephone consultation with a Doctor, you will be asked to wait in your car until the Doctor call you in, or they may come out to you.

For more information about Measles symptoms and what to do, please visit

Published: Feb 8, 2024