It’s hard to believe that ‘back-to-school sales’ are here! But it’s also a good reminder to schedule your child’s school immunizations today! Don’t wait until the week school starts to get these done! Students are required to have a valid immunization record on file with the school on the first day of school.
Those entering kindergarten need to complete several series to be considered fully vaccinated. They receive their last dose of DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus and acellular pertussis,) last dose of inactivated polio, the 2nd dose of MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) and the 2nd dose of varicella (chickenpox).
Children entering 7th grade need a Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and acellular pertussis) and the first dose of meningitis vaccine.
Students entering 11th grade (over the age of 16 years) also need vaccinations, typically a 2nd dose of meningitis vaccine.
See the link below for specific information about the vaccine schedule.
https://hhs.iowa.gov/media/15137/download?inline
Winneshiek County Public Health offers immunizations on Wednesdays by appointment. We have VFC (Vaccines for Children) vaccines for those without insurance and we have private stock of most vaccines as well that are covered with your health insurance. Give us a call at 563-382-4662.