Childhood vaccinations
The NHS recommends all children have vaccinations during childhood. These vaccinations protect against diseases such as:
Hackney has a lower uptake compared to other parts of London and England. This makes the risk of an outbreak more likely. Vaccination is the safest and most effective way to protect children.
On this page:
Why vaccinations are important and safe
See NHS – why vaccination is important and the safest way to protect yourself
See NHS – vaccination tips for parents
Childhood NHS vaccinations and when to have them
See NHS – vaccinations and when to have them
Vaccinations during pregnancy
See NHS – vaccinations in pregnancy
Get a vaccine appointment in Hackney
If your child is in school and due for a school-aged vaccination (such as HPV), Vaccination UK will contact you and ask you to complete a consent form.
If your child is at school but they’re delayed on their preschool vaccinations, contact your GP as soon as possible.
MMR and Polio catch-up vaccinations
There is a catch-up campaign running in London for children aged 1 to 11 who are overdue for their routine vaccinations for polio and MMR.