When we are born we have some immunity that is passed over from our mothers and we acquire further natural immunity through disease exposure.
These first vaccinations do not build lifelong immunity and need topping up.
It's important that vaccines are given on time for the best protection, but if you or your child missed a vaccine, contact your GP to catch up.
NHS vaccinations and when to have them - NHS (www.nhs.uk)
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Age |
Vaccines |
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8 Weeks |
(diphtheria, hepatitis B, Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b), polio, tetanus, & whooping cough) Rotavirus vaccine (stomach infection) MenB vaccine (Meningococcal infections) |
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12 weeks |
6-in-1 vaccine (2nd dose) Pneumococcal vaccine (pneumonia & meningitis) Rotavirus vaccine (2nd dose) |
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16 weeks |
6-in-1 vaccine (3rd dose) |
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1 Year |
MMR vaccine (1st dose) Pneumococcal vaccine (2nd dose) |