Immunisation: Other Aspects

Question 1

How should vaccines be stored/

Answer 1

• In a fridge at 2-8C - maximum and minimum temperature should be monitored throughout the day.
• Protected from UV light.
• Do not use domestic fridges.
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Question 2

How much vaccine should any surgery keep at one time?

Answer 2

2 to 4 weeks supply

Question 3

If parents disagree about immunisations, can it go ahead with the child’s consent?

Answer 3

No. it needs specific court approval.

Question 4

Does the mother or father have to be present at the time of immunisations?

Answer 4

Nope. (They can be grandparents, childminder etc)

The healthcare provider needs to be satisfied that the person with parental responsibility has consented in advance.