Vaccination programmes aren’t fixed systems, but ones that are fine-tuned to keep children and adults protected ...

The new MMRV vaccine replaces the MMR jab and also protects against chickenpox, in addition to measles, mumps, and rubella.

NHS to administer combined immunisation in move in line with approach in US, Canada, Australia and Germany ...

The vaccine will be offered at the same time as the MMR jab, which protects against measles, mumps and rubella.

A Lancet study tracking 1.1 million adults in England shows most people who were initially hesitant about Covid-19 vaccines ...

As vaccine sceptic attitudes continue to spread in political groups on both sides of the Atlantic, the UK government is now offering vaccination against chickenpox. As of 2 January general practices ...

Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease caused by the varicella zoster virus (VZV). The virus is transmitted through direct contact between people, or through airborne droplets in coughs and sneezes ...

The views of the former Tory vaccines minister clash with those of high-profile members and the party faithful ...

A universal varicella vaccination programme should be introduced as part of the routine childhood schedule, scientists advising the UK's health departments said. The Committee took into consideration ...

Nurses and other healthcare professionals across general practice and maternity services are being advised to feel ‘confident ...