Title:

NHS Immunisation Information has Produced a DVD Video Highlighting the Importance of Immunisation in Protecting Children from Serious Diseases

Date:

11th April 2006

Author:

Susan Wileman Medicines Information Technician

 

Source – Department of Health - A free DVD on child immunisation aimed at parents and health care professionals is now available to order from the NHS Immunisation Information website.

The short film centres on the tragic case of Naomi, a girl from Dublin who died of measles. Her story is used to illustrate the importance of protecting children against viruses such as measles, mumps and rubella with the correct vacinations.

For more information go to: http://www.immunisation.nhs.uk/hottopic.php?id=27

Prepared by Susan Wileman Medicines Information Technician

Date of Preparation: 11th April 2006