Immunizations
We offer all childhood immunizations based on the recommendations
of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, the American
Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Family Physicians.
| DTaP |
(Diphtheria,
Tetanus, Pertussis) |
| Td |
(Tetanus,
Diphtheria - age 7 and older) |
| Tdap |
(Tetanus,
Diptheria, Pertussis - age 11-18) |
| Hib |
(Haemophilus
Influenza Type B) |
| Polio |
|
| Hepatitis
A |
(*VFC
eligible only) |
| Hepatitis
B |
|
| MMR |
(Measles,
Mumps, Rubella) |
| Varicella |
(Chickenpox) |
| Prevnar |
(*VFC
eligible only) |
| Menactra |
(Meningococcal
- age 11-18)(*VFC
eligible only) |
*Explanation of VFC
Eligibility.
Below is a link to the CDC
Immunization web site where you can obtain a current chart of
recommended vaccinations for your child.
Recommended
Childhood and Adolescent Immunization Schedule
Missouri's
Immunization Requirements for School Attendance
Missouri's
Immunization Requirements for Child Care Attendance
Consent for Vaccinations
While we prefer that a parent/guardian accompany children to our
office for vaccinations, we understand that it is not always possible.
When this occurs we will need the parent's/guardian's written consent
to allow another adult (18 years or older) to sign the immunization
permit. Please click on the link below to obtain a form to be filled
out by the parent/guardian giving the person bringing the child,
the authority to sign for the parent/guardian.
Please download our Medical Information Privacy Policy, fill out
the attached form and send it, along with current immunization records,
with the the person being vaccinated.
Parent Consent
Authorization Form (pdf format)
Medical Information
Privacy Policy (pdf format)
Immunization Records
Immunization records are very important. In most
states, it is the responsibility of the parents of school-aged children,
not family doctors, to provide vaccination records to the health
department and to schools.
Today we move, travel, and change health providers
more than we did in previous generations. Also, doctor's offices
and clinics store records of children's vaccinations and the dates
they were received only for a few years. If you keep an accurate
record, you will be more likely to remember when to bring your children
in for the next visit. These records also can prove that your children
are up to date with their immunizations. In most states, children
are not allowed to enter school or childcare unless they can prove
that they meet all school immunization requirements.
Your doctor or clinic will be happy to give you
an immunization record form for your use. Bring this record with
you whenever you take your child to the doctor or clinic, and ask
the doctor to sign and date the form each time a vaccination is
given. That way, you can be sure that the immunization information
is current and correct.
Information obtained from CDC-NIP at www.cdc.gov/nip
Screenings
We can screen for the following health conditions:
- High Blood Pressure
- HIV (Known exposure only)
- Tuberculosis
Call our office for more information.
County Purchased Vaccine Program
The Warren County Health Department offers Hepatitis A, Hepatitis
B, Meningitis, and Influenza vaccinations for persons who live or
work in Warren County. If you are unsure of your risk talk with
your doctor.
Surveillance
The health of the county is monitored routinely to prevent and control
any possible disease outbreaks. Click here to view the list of Diseases
and Conditions reportable in Missouri. To view the entire reporting
rule for Missouri, follow the link below:
Missouri
Rules Governing the Control of Communicable, Environmental &
Occupational Diseases Dangerous to Public Health
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