UK's New Childhood Vaccine Schedule: Key Changes
The UK's childhood immunisation schedule has changed, adding a chickenpox vaccine and a new 18-month visit. Here's what parents need to know about the updated routine.
The UK's childhood immunisation schedule has changed, adding a chickenpox vaccine and a new 18-month visit. Here's what parents need to know about the updated routine.
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