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The World Health Organisation (WHO) Europe has confirmed that the UK has officially lost its measles-free (or “measles elimination”) status, based on 2024 data. It also reflects a steady decline in childhood vaccination rates over the past decade. What’s happening? Measles vaccination levels in the UK are well below what’s needed to stop the virus spreading. Only 84% of five-year-olds have received both recommended doses of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine. To pr

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has announced the launch of its CAMHS Young People Group, with the first meeting taking place online, on Wednesday 25th February. The trust says the group will have the chance to give honest feedback and work alongside the CAMHS team to help shape care. Meeting details When? Wednesday 25 February What time? 6:00 – 7:30pm Where? Online (Microsoft Teams) Anyone aged 13–25 who has accessed a CAMHS service in Berkshire is welcome to join.

Jess’s Rule is a new patient safety initiative being displayed in every GP surgery in England from this week onwards. It is designed to help doctors spot serious illnesses earlier by encouraging them to take a "fresh eyes" approach when symptoms continue. How it works Strike One:  A patient visits their GP with symptoms. Strike Two:  The patient returns because the symptoms continue or worsen. Strike Three:  The patient attends again and there is still no clear diagnosis. At