12/03/2026
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The NI childhood immunisation schedule has changed, it now provides more protection from illness with the introduction of the varicella (chickenpox) vaccine.โฃ
Eligible children will be offered a combined vaccin๐ for measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV) as part of the routine infant vaccination schedule.โฃ
As with other childhood immunisations, parents will be contacted by their GP surgery to arrange an appointment if their child is eligible. If you are unsure if your child is up to date with vaccinations, the easiest way to check is to look at yourโฃ
childโs red book or speak to your health visitor or GP.โฃ
๐www.nidirect.gov.uk/childhood-โฃ
immunisationโฃ
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