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More children in Portsmouth to be vaccinated against Hepatitis A

Children and staff at two schools and two nurseries in Portsmouth will be vaccinated against Hepatitis A after a cluster of cases in the city.

The disease, which is often associated with foreign travel, can cause flu-like symptoms, jaundice, and vomiting.

Children at Isambard Brunel Juniors, Meredith Infant and Pre-school, and Izzies Nursery School -which are all on the same site - have been offered the treatment.

Public Health England says the move is a 'precautionary measure.'

ITV Meridian spoke to Iain Gilmour, Headteacher at Isambard Brunel Junior School: