Measles in Britain: tell us how you have been affected by the outbreak

By Liam On Jan 22, 2024

After the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) declared a national emergency due to the rise in measles outbreaks in England, a new campaign hopes to boost vaccination rates among parents and carers of children.

Most cases have occurred in the West Midlands, where they have been highest level since the mid-1990s.

If you have been affected by the measles outbreak, we would like to hear from you. Has your child recently had measles? What was their experience with the virus and how long did it last? Has the outbreak affected your views on vaccinations?

You can tell us how the measles outbreak has affected you by completing the form belowsend us a message via WhatsApp on +447766780300.

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