Vaccinations
Immunisation protects children and adults against harmful infections before they come into contact with them in the community. Immunisation uses the body’s natural defence mechanism - the immune response - to build resistance to specific infections.
Immunisation helps children and adults stay healthy by preventing serious infections. If a child or adult does not receive all the recommended doses he/she will remain susceptible to those diseases and may become sick if exposed to those diseases. Immunisation is not compulsory but is highly recommended for all children refer to the full immunisation schedule for more information.
Please contact your Practice Nurse for further advice on vaccination.
The Isle of Man follows a similar Childhood Immunisation Programme to that carried out within the UK - but it should be noted that some of the vaccines offered differ slightly to those offered within the UK.
Isle of Man Immunisation Schedule – Autumn 2017
Babies to 4 Years
- Immunisation Booklet (currently being reviewed to be updated – June 2016)
- 5-in-1 vaccine
- Pneumococcal (PCV) vaccine
- Rotavirus vaccine
- MenB vaccine
- MenC vaccine
- Hib/MenC booster
- Measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine, given as a single jab
- 4-in-1 pre-school booster
Teenagers
Adults
- Flu (Seasonal Flu) – new September 2017
- Pneumococcal (PPV) vaccine
- Shingles vaccine
Pregnancy
- Flu, Whooping Cough and German Measles - new September 2017
Vaccines for Special Groups
- Flu vaccines for people with long-term health conditions - new September 2017
- Hepatitis B vaccination
- TB vaccinations (Adults)
- TB vaccinations (Babies)
- Chickenpox vaccination
Travel advice and vaccines
Remember, it’s never too late to have your child immunised. Even if your child has missed an immunisation and is older than the recommended ages, talk to your doctor, practice nurse or health visitor to arrange for your child to be immunised.
