Guidance

Vaccinations for children aged 18 months

A guide to vaccinations for children aged 18 months.

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From 01 July 2025, all children born on or after 01 July 2024 will be offered their second dose of MMR in a new appointment at 18 months rather than at 3 years and 4 months.

This leaflet explains the immunisations offered to children in accordance with the changes to the routine childhood immunisation programme.

If you are a health professional, please see the Changes to the routine childhood schedule letter for further details on these changes.

A physical copy of this leaflet is available to order from for free.

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Published 4 June 2025

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