In some parts of the UK and Europe, there has been an increase in the number of people getting measles.
While there have been only very few recent cases in Scotland, there remains a risk of infection in those who have only received one dose or no doses of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine.
NHS Scotland offers 2 doses of the MMR vaccine to children at around 12 to 13 months, and 3 years 4 months. If it is missed at these times, it can be given at any age.
MMR catch-up for children
Vaccination clinics for MMR are available at a range of locations across Lothian for children and young people who haven’t yet had two doses.
Please book an appointment for your child to receive their MMR vaccine (see list below) by calling the NHS Lothian Vaccination Helpline on 0300 790 6296.
The helpline is open 8.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Sunday.
If you have been contacted by letter about the clinics and your child has already has had two doses of the MMR vaccine, it is important that you call us so we can update your record.
MMR clinic locations
The MMR vaccine is available at the following locations. Please call 0300 790 6296 to book an appointment.
East Lothian
| Clinic location | Days open | Ages of child seen |
| Musselburgh Primary Care Centre, Inveresk Road, East Lothian, Musselburgh, EH21 7BP | Friday | 0-5 years |
| Saturday & Sunday | 5-11 years 12+ | |
| East Lothian Community Hospital, Alderston Road, Haddington, EH41 3PF | Monday, Tuesday | 0-5 years |
| Friday | 0-5 years 5-11 years 12+ |
Edinburgh
| Clinic location | Days open | Ages of children seen |
| Gyle Shopping Centre, West Mall Entrance, Gyle Avenue, EH12 9JY | Monday, Tuesday & Saturday, Sunday | 5-11 years 12+ |
| Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre, Second Floor, 74 Ocean Drive, Leith, EH6 6JJ | Tuesday – Saturday | 5-11 years 12+ years |
| Waverley Market, Waverley Bridge Entrance, 3/48 Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1BQ | Monday & Thursday – Sunday | 5-11 years 12+ |
| Craigmillar Medical Group, 106 Niddrie Mains Road, EH16 4DT, | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday | 0-5 years |
| Allermuir Health Centre, 165 Colinton mains Road, EH13 9AF – Tues | Tuesday | 0-5 years |
| Muirhouse Surgery, Pennywell All Care Centre, 1 Macmillan Crescent, | Thursday | 0-5 years |
| Sighthill Health Centre, 380 Calder Road, EH11 4AU | Monday | 0-5 years |
Midlothian
| Clinic location | Days open | Ages of children seen |
| Dalkeith Medical Centre, 24-26 St Andrew St, Dalkeith EH22 1AP | Tuesday | 0-5 years 5-11 years |
| Danderhall Medical Centre, 85 Newton Church Rd, Danderhall, Dalkeith, EH22 1LX | Wednesday | 0-5 years 5-11 years |
| Newbattle Medical Centre, Mayfield, Dalkeith, EH22 4AA | Monday & Thursday, Friday | 0-5 years 5-11 years |
| Loanhead Medical Centre, Centre, George Ave, Loanhead EH20 9LA | Monday | 0-5 years 5-11 years |
| Bonnyrigg Medical Centre, 109 High St, Bonnyrigg EH19 2DA | Tuesday & Thursday | 0-5 years 5-11 years |
| Roslin Medical Centre, Medical Practice, 122 Penicuik Rd, Roslin, EH25 9NT | Monday | 0-5 years 5-11 years |
| Eastfield Medical Centre, Eastfield Farm Road, Penicuik, EH26 8EZ | Tuesday | 0-5 years 5-11 years |
| Penicuik Medical Practice, 37 Imrie Place, Penicuik, EH26 8LF | Wednesday | 0-5 years 5-11 years |
| Pathhead Medical Centre, 210 Main St, Pathhead, EH37 5PP | Thursday | 0-5 years 5-11 years |
| Midlothian Community Hospital, 70 Eskbank Road, Bonnyrigg, Dalkeith, Midlothian, EH22 3ND | Friday | 12+ |
West Lothian
| Clinic location | Days open | Ages of children seen |
| Carmondean Medical Centre, Carmondean Health Centre, Livingston, EH54 8PY | Friday | 0-5 years 5-11 years |
| Strathbrock Partnership Centre, 189A West Main Street, Broxburn, West Lothian, EH52 5LH | Friday | 12+ |
Symptoms of measles
It is important that you are aware of the first signs and symptoms. These can include:
- fever
- cold-like symptoms, runny nose, sneezing, cough
- conjunctivitis-like symptoms
- a rash that appears around 2 to 4 days after the initial symptoms
Further information on measles can be found on NHS Inform
Checking your vaccination record
Parents of children in primary or secondary school – please check now that your children are fully up to date. Parents can check their child’s Red Book (personal child health record) for details of immunisations received.
Young people in college or university – if you’re 25 or under, you can find out if you’ve had 2 doses of the MMR vaccine by looking in your Red Book. You can also check for any other vaccines you’re eligible for. Ask your parent or carer if they have this. If not, or you’re over 25, phone your GP practice. They’ll check your records and advise if you need any additional vaccines.
Adults – for adults who think they’re eligible for the MMR vaccine you can contact your GP practice and they will check your records and advise if you need to be vaccinated. If your GP cannot help, email loth.vaccenquiries@nhs.scot or phone 0300 790 6296 (open 8.30am-3.30pm, seven days a week).
For people who have recently moved to Scotland – make sure you are up to date with vaccinations offered for free by NHS Scotland. You may be eligible for additional vaccines that were not available where you lived previously.
