MMR Vaccine Rates in Merseyside at Risk

Two Merseyside areas, Liverpool and Knowsley, are facing alarmingly low MMR vaccination rates for kids under five—with just 87% getting the first dose and only 76% completing the second. This puts children at serious risk of measles, polio, and whooping cough, as the UK lost its measles-free status in 2026 and saw its worst outbreak since 2012. Health officials warn that without near-universal coverage—95% as recommended by WHO—outbreaks will keep spreading. With nearly 3,000 cases last year and over 700 already this year, the NHS is launching targeted catch-up campaigns and urging parents to check records or contact their GP. Vaccines remain the safest, most effective way to protect kids and communities—don’t wait, get your child vaccinated now. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c286cfc03adcde80