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Doctor Warns Over Measles Outbreaks in UK Schools: 'This Is Serious' Tuesday, February 17, 2026 measles outbreak vaccination mmr nhs publichealth contagious children immunity healthwarnings The UK is facing a concerning resurgence of measles, with outbreaks reported in several North London schools, primarily affecting unvaccinated children under 10. NHS doctor Suraj Kukadia, known as Dr Sooj, has highlighted the … Read More