Vaccination: Consent
Informed consent must be obtained from the individual or the person with parental responsibility before proceeding with a vaccination.
The individual must be provided with enough information to enable them to make an informed decision for consent to be given. Include information on:
- Process
- Benefits
- Risks
- Data sharing and storage
There is no legal requirement for written consent to be given and signature on a consent form is not proof that consent has been given, but helps to record discussions with the patient or person giving consent on behalf of a child and the decision made. NB: Consent may be withdrawn at any time.
Considerations on who can consent:
Mental Capacity Act 2005 (England and Wales)