Immunizations
Immunizations, vaccinations, or shots are one of the best weapons we have against a number of serious diseases.
MDH Resource: Click for more information about Vaccine Preventable Diseases or Vaccine Information statements.
Children and Adolescents
Immunizations protect children from many serious diseases. Review the information below to find out what vaccines your children need. It’s never too late to catch up on immunizations. Vaccine needed by age and for enrolling in child care, early childhood programs, and school in Minnesota:
Can my child get free or low-cost shots?
To learn more about immunizations, schedules, and travel immunizations: Vaccines for Infants, Children, and Adolescents - Minnesota Dept. of Health (state.mn.us)
Adults
Immunizations are not just for children. Recommended immunizations for adults are determined by factors such as age, lifestyle, certain medical conditions, travel locations, and previous immunizations.
Public Health Immunization Clinics
Eligibility requirements:
- Adults and children who do not have health insurance.
- Adults and children who have health insurance that does not cover vaccinations.
- Children on Minnesota Medical Assistance (MA), MinnesotaCare, or a Prepaid Medical Assistance Program (PMAP).
- Children who are American Indian or Alaskan Native.
There is a $20 administration fee for each immunization, but no one who qualifies will be turned away if they are unable to pay the fee. Immunization services given at Public Health should not be substituted for your child's usual well-child visit with his or her physician. All minors younger than age 18 years must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.
2023 SCHEDULE:
| TUESDAYS | THURSDAYS |
| January 10, 2-4 p.m. | January 26, 9-11 a.m. |
| February 14, 9-11 a.m. | February 23, 2-4 p.m. Cancelled due to weather |
| March 14, 2-4 p.m. | March 23, 9-11 a.m. |
| April 11, 9-11 a.m. | April 27, 2-4 p.m. |
| June 12, 2-4 p.m. | June 22, 9-11 a.m. |
| July 11, 9-11 a.m. | July 27, 2-4 p.m. |
| August 8, 2-4 p.m. | August 24, 9-11 a.m. |
| September 12, 9-11 a.m. | September 28, 2-4 p.m. |
| October 10, 2-4 p.m. | October 26, 9-11 a.m. |
| November 14, 9-11 a.m. | |
| December 12, 2-4 p.m. | December 21, 9-11 a.m. |
For those 18 and younger click here to schedule a vaccine-
April 11: https://prepmod.health.state.mn.us/appointment/en/reg/7012144969
For those 19 and older click here to schedule a vaccine-
April 11: https://prepmod.health.state.mn.us/appointment/en/reg/2694416109
Keeping Track of Your Shots
Minnesota Immunization Information Connection (MIIC) uses a confidential, computerized information system, also known as an immunization registry, which contains a complete and accurate record of a person’s immunizations, no matter where they got those shots. Public Health along with clinics, hospitals, schools and day cares participate in this registry. To learn more about MIIC and how records are entered: Minnesota Immunization Information Connection - Minnesota Dept. of Health (state.mn.us)