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Monday, 06 February 2012
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MHRA release new paracetamol dosing advice.
Paracetamol (acetaminophen) is available as an over the counter medicine and is very frequently administer at home to children for a range of indications including fever and pain. The MHRA (Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency) has released new dosing advice to ensure maximum efficacy and safety.
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HPV Vaccine Introducted into the UK's Immunisation Programme
Vaccination against the human papillomavirus (HPV) has been introduced into the UK's national immunisation programme. Certain types of HPV are responsible for over 70% of cases of cervical cancer and it is estimated that the vaccination programme will save 400 lives per year.  The vaccine will be offered to girls aged 12-13 years old with as well as a two-year catch up programme aimed at girls aged up to 18 years old.

See the Department of Health's letter from the Chief Medical Officer for more information.
 
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