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UK Child Health Record Embarrassing; MMR at 84%, Inequities Grow

7/14/2026

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The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health released a report branding the UK’s child health record an embarrassment and noting only 84 % receive two MMR doses by age five, below the WHO’s 95 % target.
Infant mortality and obesity rates are twice as high in the most deprived areas, revealing inequities.
Calls urge investment in child health services, improved data sharing, set targets, and expanded school meals and mental-health support.

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Story summary

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health released a report branding the UK’s child health record an embarrassment and noting only 84 % receive two MMR doses by age five, below the WHO’s 95 % target.
Infant mortality and obesity rates are twice as high in the most deprived areas, revealing inequities.
Calls urge investment in child health services, improved data sharing, set targets, and expanded school meals and mental-health support.