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Children whose vaccinations are not up to date can attend any one of a series of clinics over the summer, ensuring they are protected before the new school year begins. These clinics offer an essential opportunity for families to catch up on routine vaccinations without the need for advance booking.
Convenient Vaccination Options Across Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes
Venues across Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes are hosting the summer catch-up vaccination clinics. These clinics are designed to serve children from pre-school age up to Year 7, as well as pregnant women, providing all routine childhood and maternal vaccinations. The wide range of sites has been carefully selected to make it easy for families to drop in and have their vaccinations administered quickly and efficiently.
Councillor Martin Towler (Conservative, Risely), portfolio holder for neighbourhoods and communities: health and wellbeing, has emphasised the importance of these vaccinations. He strongly urged parents and carers to take advantage of the clinics, stating: “Vaccinations are crucial for keeping everybody in our community healthy. Make sure you take your children along to a clinic that suits you, and together we’ll keep Bedford Borough healthy.”
No Appointment Necessary: Accessing the Clinics
Source: https://www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/summer-vaccination-clinics-in-bedford-borough/
To get your child vaccinated, families have the option to make an appointment at their GP surgery, but it’s not necessary for these clinics. Parents and carers can visit any of the listed venues directly during the specified times. This flexibility ensures that every child has the chance to receive their vaccinations before starting school or nursery in September.
Clinic Locations and Schedules
The following clinics in Bedford Borough are ready to welcome families:
Queens Park Children’s Centre, Marlborough Road, Bedford
- Monday, 15 July, 9am-midday
- Monday, 19 August, 9am-midday
Pine Cones Children’s Centre, Slade Walk, Bedford
- Tuesday, 16 July, 9am-midday
- Tuesday, 20 August, 9am-midday
Church Lane Community Centre, Goldington, Bedford
- Friday, 19 July, 9am-midday
- Friday, 23 August, 9am-3pm
Take Action: Ensure Your Child’s Health
With the convenience and accessibility of these summer vaccination clinics, there is no reason for any child to start the new school year without being fully protected. Vaccinations are a critical component of public health, safeguarding not just the individual but the entire community. Make sure to utilise these opportunities to keep your children—and by extension, our community—healthy and safe.
For more information, visit the official website or contact your local GP surgery. Let us all work together to ensure that Bedford Borough remains a healthy place for everyone.
