Practice factsheet: School vaccination programme in Murcia region (Spain)

The school vaccination programme in the region of Murcia, Spain, aims at countering low vaccination rates for HPV and meningitis. To promote accessibility and equity, the role to carry out vaccinations is transferred from health centres to schools, and an information letter and consent form is circulated to children’s parents. A version in Arabic is also provided for the Arabic-speaking community of Murcia. In bringing vaccination straight to schools, the practice removes barriers for parents struggling with booking systems or health centres opening hours and provides easy access and clear information on vaccination opportunities. Through its good implementation, the practice provides solutions to key challenges.