Measles vaccination campaign
One third of parents in Totnes haven't had their children vaccinated against measles, mumps and rubella. Health professionals have started a campaign to increase take-up.
FULL REPORT: Totnes immunisation campaign
Schools and doctors in Totnes have pledged to work together to improve uptake of the MMR vaccine. It's because of concerns the town could suffer a Swansea-style measles outbreak as only 3/4 of children have been immunised.
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