NICE has issued public health guidance on reducing differences in the uptake of immunisations, including targeted vaccinations, among children and young people aged under 19 years.  It focuses on groups and settings where immunisation coverage is low, and on improving uptake of the hepatitis B immunisation for babies born to mothers infected with hepatitis B.

It is aimed at NHS and other commissioners, managers and professionals who have a direct or indirect role in, and responsibility for, the immunisation of children and young people.  It may also be of interest to parents, others with parental responsibility, all those who look after the health and wellbeing of children and young people and members of the public.

This guidance supports national policy and guidance from the Department of Health as set out in the ‘Green book’ (DH 2006) and on the NHS immunisation website (www.immunisation.nhs.uk).  Please see the link below for further details.