Cornwall and Devon School-age Immunisations

17/04/2026

Find out about the common myths and misconceptions about HPV and learn more about the HPV vaccination and protecting your children.

Despite the proven benefits of the HPV vaccine, some myths and misconceptions still exist, and these can quite rightly can cause hesitation among parents offered the vaccination for their son or daughter. Our latest article addresses the facts behind five common myths:

Myth 1️⃣: The HPV vaccine is unsafe
Myth 2️⃣: The HPV vaccine encourages early sexual activity
Myth 3️⃣: Only girls need the HPV vaccine
Myth 4️⃣: The HPV vaccine is only needed if someone is sexually active
Myth 5️⃣: HPV immunisation is ineffective

Find out the facts and why vaccinating against HPV is crucial in significantly reducing the risk of some cancers and other related diseases.

🔗 kernowhealthcic.org.uk/2026/04/16/common-myths-about-the-hpv-vaccine-2

06/03/2026

The HPV vaccine is recommended for children aged 12 to 13 years old and helps protect against human papillomavirus (HPV), a common virus that's spread through skin contact.
The HPV vaccine protects against cancers caused by the human papillomavirus, including cervical, a**l, pe**le, vaginal and some head and neck cancers.
If you think your child may have missed their vaccination, call us to check and book an appointment.
✉️ kernowhealthcic.schoolimmunisation@nhs.net
📞Cornwall: 01872 221105
📞 Devon: 01392 342678
Find out more about the HPV vaccine:
www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/hpv-vaccine

Today is HPV Awareness Day

The HPV vaccine is recommended for children aged 12 to 13 years old and helps protect against human papillomavirus (HPV), a common virus that's spread through skin contact.

The HPV vaccine protects against cancers caused by the human papillomavirus, including cervical, a**l, pe**le, vaginal and some head and neck cancers.

If you think your child may have missed their vaccination, call us to check and book an appointment.

✉️ kernowhealthcic.schoolimmunisation@nhs.net
📞Cornwall: 01872 221105
📞 Devon: 01392 342678

Find out more about the HPV vaccine:
www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/hpv-vaccine

24/02/2026

Contact our friendly team if you're unsure whether your child is up to date with their vaccinations. Visit our website for information on how to catch up with any missed vaccinations https://bit.ly/KHSchoolImms

Measles can be serious, 1 in 5 children may need hospital care. Watch for symptoms: fever, cough, runny nose, sore red eyes, followed by a blotchy rash starting on the face.

👉 If your child shows symptoms, keep them home and call your GP or NHS 111.
👉 Check their vaccinations. Two doses give about 99% protection.

If you have any questions regarding your child’s routine school age vaccinations, please call Kernow Health on 01872 221105 or 01392 342678.

Find out more about measles, and why it’s important to keep up-to-date with vaccines 👇

http://tiny.cc/f94z001

12/12/2025

These are the happy smiling faces of some of our school age immunisation team at Sidmouth College on the last week of school visits, having delivered a full and busy schedule of flu vaccinations. This year we have immunised 116,811 children against the flu virus in Cornwall and Devon. Thank you to all the schools who have welcomed us this term. If your child has missed any of their vaccinations, get in touch to find out how you can book an appointment to get up to date: https://bit.ly/KHSchoolImms

02/12/2025

Our team is continuing to visit schools across Cornwall and Devon, but if your child missed their appointment—or if they’re home-schooled—don’t worry. They can still have their vaccination. Just get in touch with us to find out when and where our catch-up clinics are running. Find contact details for Cornwall and Devon schools, and a list of FAQs about the nasal flu vaccination here: https://kernowhealthcic.org.uk/school-age-flu-vaccinations/

01/11/2025

One less thing to remember! We visit schools throughout the year to deliver the routine school age immunisation programme. You will need to give consent before your child receives their vaccinations. Did you know you can do this in advance by filling in the online consent form on our website? Alternatively we can do this with you over the phone – just call our team who are always happy to help. It’s one less thing to remember when the school term starts again. Visit our website, https://bit.ly/KHSchoolImms, or call our friendly team: Cornwall 01872 221105, Devon 01392 342678

29/10/2025

If your child is heading off to university or new adventures, it's crucial to ensure they are protected against meningitis, a serious and contagious illness. You can check the status of all your child’s vaccinations by contacting us. Remember, it’s never too late to catch up on missed vaccinations. Visit our website, https://bit.ly/KHSchoolImms, or call our friendly team: Cornwall 01872 221105, Devon 01392 342678

28/10/2025

🌟 A Huge Thank You to Our local Immunisation Team! 🌟

We’d like to give a big shoutout to Winnie and Kerry from the Kernow Health Immunisation Team for visiting us yesterday and seeing most of our children. They shared such lovely feedback — they were truly impressed by how many parents took the opportunity to sign up for the nasal flu spray, and how wonderfully the children naturally supported one another with reassurance. 💚

Winnie and Kerry also wanted to remind everyone that there are more flu vaccine drop-in clinics available across our local areas — Launceston, Callington, Camelford, and Bude.

If you missed out this time, there’s still a chance to get booked in and help keep those nasty bugs away this winter! ❄️💉
https://bit.ly/KHSchoolImms or call the team: Cornwall - 01872 221105, Devon: 01392 342678

Thank you

22/10/2025

Did you miss us? Did you know that the school age immunisation team offer vaccinations to all eligible school age children, whether they attend school or not? If your child is homeschooled, or doesn’t attend mainstream school, contact us to find out where they can have their vaccinations https://bit.ly/KHSchoolImms or call: Cornwall - 01872 221105, Devon: 01392 342678

20/10/2025

Over the next few weeks, we’re talking about school age immunisations. Kernow Health provides the school age immunisation service in Cornwall and Devon. Look out for our posters at bus stops and digi screens. You can find out about all the vaccines we offer and contact our team with any queries by visiting our website https://bit.ly/KHSAISAwarenes, or phone, Cornwall 01872 221105, Devon 01392 342678.

26/09/2025

Did you know that our school age immunisation team are now busy delivering the nasal flu vaccinations in primary and secondary schools? We offer the vaccination to all eligible children, including those who are home educated or do not attend school. You can find out how to make sure your child does not miss out by contacting our team https://bit.ly/KHSchoolImms

21/08/2025

We’re not quite ready to say goodbye to summer just yet, but the new school term is just around the corner! For our School Age Immunisation Team, that means preparing for a busy schedule of vaccinations at primary and secondary schools in Cornwall and Devon. We have a wealth of information about childhood vaccinations available on our website, including a handy list of FAQs, informative videos, and helpful leaflets, along with consent forms for all the vaccinations we provide. Want to learn more? Find out more here: https://bit.ly/KHSchoolImms