“My wife and I feel very reassured now Pearl has had her top-up dose of the polio vaccine, giving her extra protection,” said dad Ben Bailey, at Orpington Health and Wellbeing Centre in Bromley last week. Pearl’s parents, who live in Chislehurst, said @bromleygpalliance called them the previous day offering a vaccination appointment. They immediately confirmed their appointment and were first in the queue the following day. “I think any parent offered an additional dose or a catch-up should take it up to increase their child’s protection,” Ben continued. Pearl’s mum, Alicia Herrando, praised the treatment of her daughter on the day: “The staff were wonderful – they were really friendly, warm and happy to see Pearl. They actually managed to get her excited for the jab which was quite astonishing!” The NHS is offering children aged 1 to 9 in London a polio vaccine. Don’t delay booking an appointment for your child when invited. Search ‘NHS Polio vaccine’ for more information. #Polio #PolioVaccination #NHSLondon