Childhood Health

Immunisation Timetable

AgeVaccine
2 MonthsDiphtheria, Tetanus, Polio, Whooping Cough, HIB & Pneumococcal
3 MonthsDiphtheria, Tetanus, Polio, Whooping Cough, HIB & Meningitis C
4 MonthsDiphtheria, Tetanus, Polio, Whooping Cough, Meningitis C & Pneumococcal
12 MonthsHIB & Meningitis C
13 MonthsMMR & Pneumococcal
3 yrs 4 MonthsDiphtheria, Tetanus, Polio
To 5 yrsWhooping Cough & MMR
13 – 18 yrsDiphtheria, Tetanus & Polio

Head-lice

These creatures, contrary to popular belief, prefer clean hair and are, therefore, not a sign of poor personal hygiene. They are the most common problem in children aged 4-11 years. Medicated head lotion can be obtained from your pharmacist without a prescription.