Description | General Eligibility | How to Apply | Immunization Schedules
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Description

The full range of childhood immunizations, as well as, some adult immunizations are provided at no charge on a regular basis at Public Health Clinic locations throughout Dane County. Vaccines are available to prevent many diseases that can have serious complications and may even be fatal. Vaccines are available for measles, mumps, rubella, polio, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, HiB disease, hepatitis B, and varicella (chickenpox), pneumococcal disease, meningococcal disease, influenza, and hepatitis A.

General Eligibility

All Dane County residents are eligible for immunizations. Although there is no charge for most vaccines, some restrictions and costs may apply to some vaccines. Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

How to Apply

Immunizations are provided at Public Health Clinic locations throughout Dane County.

• No appointments are needed.
• Bring all immunization records to each clinic.
• Persons in need of an interpreter or accommodations for a disability should call (608-266-4821) in advance.

Immunize on Schedule

Immunizing your children is one of the best things you can do to keep them healthy. Since childhood diseases are especially dangerous for infants, it is important to start your child's immunizations on time, usually at birth or 2 months. Children need 80% of their vaccinations in the first two years of their lives.

Downloadable immunization schedules in English or Spanish from the Centers for Disease Control for children

Downloadable immunization schedules for adults

Keep Immunization Records

Parents should keep up-to-date immunization records in the home even though the doctors and public health clinics also keep them. All states have immunization requirements for school entry, so personal immunization records must be presented whenever children register for school. The Wisconsin Immunization Record is available from the Dane County Division of Public Health, your doctor, or HMO.

Wisconsin Immunization Law

Wisconsin's Immunization Law requires children in licensed day care centers and students through grade 12 to be immunized against certain diseases according to their age or grade level. Students must provide dates (month, day, and year) of immunization upon admission to school or be subject to exclusion or legal action. A fine of up to $25 per day may be imposed for non-compliance with the law. Waivers are available for medical, religious, or personal conviction reasons.

Cost

All vaccinations are provided free of charge.

Additional Help

National Immunization Program - This link is to the National Immunization Program web site of the Centers for Disease Control. Topics include such items as recommended vaccination/immunization schedules, vaccine safety, information on diseases, frequently asked questions, and more.

Wisconsin Immunization Program - This link is to the State web site and provides information and resources regarding vaccines.

Immunization Action Coalition - This links provides educational materials on immunization for health professionals and the public.

Home Health United - This link is to the Home Health United web site. Beginning in the Fall, the site will provide links to a schedule of public flu shot clinics in Dane County.

Flu Shot Locator - Sponsored by Maxim Health Systems, Inc. Beginning in the Fall, this site provides links to a community-specific schedule of flu shot clinics.

Contact

Public Health Intake Nurse at (608) 266-4821.

Language Services

For more information on Language Services, please visit out Language Services page.