§ Mr. KeyTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what records are kept(a) centrally, (b) in theatre and (c) on individual service personnel relating to (i) inoculations, (ii) prophylactic drugs and (iii) other medications. [126053]
§ Mr. Hoon[holding answer 15 June 2000]: Details of inoculations, prescribed prophylactic drugs and other medications are recorded in individuals' personal medical records known as Form F Med 4. These records are normally held by the individuals' parent units. Information may also be held on medical centre computer systems. Any medical treatment administered to personnel in-theatre is recorded for each individual in an operational medical record (Form F Med 965). This information is incorporated into F Med 4s on return. In addition, the Army records the nature and date of vaccinations given to individuals centrally on personnel information systems. A central record has been maintained on vaccinations given to personnel while deployed on Operation Palliser.