NHS Lanarkshire encouraging parents to get young kids vaccinated ahead of winter

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NHS Lanarkshire is encouraging parents to get their young children vaccinated ahead of winter. Dr Henry Prempeh, Public Health Consultant and Immunisation Co-ordinator is urging parents and carers to ensure their child gets their flu vaccine as soon as possible.The flu vaccine is usually given as a painless nasal spray and is a safe way to help protect your child against flu.It should start to protect most children against flu about 10-14 days after being vaccinated and will reduce the risk of your child getting flu or spreading it to family and friends who are at greater risk from flu.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android Parent with children aged six months to two years and those aged two to five who are not in school are being urged to contact our vaccination team on 01698 687456 to book an appointment for their child.Dr Prempeh said: “The flu virus changes every year, that’s why it’s important to get your child vaccinated so that your child has the most up to date protection.“Getting your child vaccinated against flu can also protect them from other infections with bacteria that can follow flu, and prevent them from getting sick.“Please contact our vaccination team and get your young child booked into one of our clinics.”School children are already being provided consent forms and information