Immunization Program

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• Affordable or Free Vaccination Services:

  • Public health departments often offer vaccines at reduced prices or no cost, making healthcare more accessible for uninsured or underinsured individuals.
  • This economic support helps ensure that financial constraints do not prevent access to essential vaccines.

• Comprehensive Vaccine Availability:

  • Waukesha County Public Health is likely to provide a wide range of vaccines, including those for routine childhood immunizations, flu shots, and vaccines for travelers.
  • This ensures that individuals can get all necessary vaccinations in one place, simplifying the process.

• Expert Guidance and Information:

  • Professional staff can provide up-to-date and accurate information about which vaccines are needed based on age, health status, and lifestyle.
  • Health professionals can address questions and concerns, helping to ease any anxieties about vaccinations.

• Public Health Focus and Community Trust:

  • Health departments play a key role in public health promotion, meaning vaccines provided align with the latest health guidelines and best practices.
  • Community trust in local health organizations can encourage more people to feel comfortable receiving vaccines there.

• Contribution to Community Immunity:

  • By getting vaccinated at a public health center, individuals help maintain and enhance herd immunity, reducing the overall prevalence of preventable diseases.
  • This collective effort protects the most vulnerable populations, including those who cannot be vaccinated due to medical reasons.

• Access to Outreach Programs and Initiatives:

  • Public health departments often conduct outreach programs to increase vaccination rates and provide immunizations in schools or local community centers.
  • Participating in these programs can ensure timely vaccines in a convenient manner.

• Convenience and Centralized Records:

  • Keeping vaccination records centralized in a public health system can simplify documentation and future healthcare planning.
  • There’s often flexible scheduling, which can accommodate working individuals and families.

Choosing Waukesha County Public Health for vaccinations can greatly enhance personal and community health, while providing convenient, reliable, and economic access to vital immunizations. Exploring further community health programs, educational resources, or emergency preparedness initiatives at the department could further augment public health engagement efforts.

Infant, Children & Teen Immunizations:

All recommended childhood immunizations are offered through the Vaccines for Children Program (VFC). If necessary, fees may be waived.

If your child is insured, please make an appointment with your primary care provider for vaccinations.

• If your child is eligible for Vaccines for Children (VFC), you can visit the Public Health Division for vaccinations.
• A parent or legal guardian must be present during the appointment for children under the age of 18.  
• ELIGIBILITY: Children through 18 years of age are eligible if they are Medicaid eligible or enrolled, uninsured, American Indian or Alaska Native or underinsured (insurance does not cover vaccines- please contact your insurance provider to verify if vaccines are covered).

Travel Clinic Services (for Adults & Children)* 

Getting vaccinated will help keep you safe and healthy while you're traveling. It will also help to ensure you don't bring home any serious diseases to your family, friends & community.  

• $75 Clinic Fee (Cash, charge or check accepted, insurance doesn't cover this)
• You do NOT have to be a Waukesha County resident to receive services
• Anti-Malaria prescriptions provided based on nurse assessmentIt is best for travelers to schedule an appointment 6-8 weeks in advance to allow for scheduling & adequate immunization protection
• Please arrive 15 minutes before your appointment time for check-in and registration
• If coming from a different state, or outside of the United States, please bring written immunization records, if available. Check Your Immunizations Here: WI Immunization Registry

Immunization Guidelines

• Medicaid/Medicare can be billed for covered immunizations. Check with your insurance provider for coverage questions. 
• If you have no insurance, you may quality for our Vaccines for Adults (VFA) program at no cost, inquire within. 
• Fees for immunizations may not be waived

• CDC Travel Information
• U.S. Department of State Travel Information
• WI Immunization Registry

Wisconsin Immunization Law
The Waukesha County Public Health Division provides information to assist schools in meeting the requirements of the Wisconsin Student Immunization Law (Chapter 252, Wis. Stats. and DHS 144 Wis. Admin Code). The information supplements the directions found in the Wisconsin School Immunization Requirements booklet available on the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Public Health website:
https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/immunization/reqs.htm.

The School Report to Local Health Departments will be submitted electronically. This year we will continue to utilize an online process for schools to report to the local health departments and the state. 

Link to RedCAP Survey: https://redcap.wisconsin.gov/surveys/?s=DXK47T9EM8RYCRWH 

Get Your Flu Vaccine to Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones

Flu Vaccination: Your First Line of Defense

• Universal Recommendation: Everyone should get a flu vaccine every year. This applies to both children and adults.
• Easy Access: Flu shots are available for all age groups at the Public Health Immunization Clinic and other healthcare providers.

For Infants, Children, & Teens

• CDC Guidelines: Children aged 6 months to 18 years should receive a yearly flu vaccine.

• If Your Child is Insured, schedule with your child's primary care provider. 

• Children up to 18 years can qualify for the VFC (Vaccines for Children) program if they are:

  • Medicaid eligible or enrolled
  • Uninsured
  • American Indian or Alaska Native
  • Underinsured (check with your insurance to confirm vaccine coverage)

• VFC Program Benefits:

  • Offers all recommended childhood immunizations.
  • Please bring any immunization records you have.
  • A parent or legal guardian must accompany children under 18 to their appointment.

For Adults

• CDC Recommendation: All adults should receive a flu vaccine annually. 

• Is it a COLD or the FLU?

• Insurance Information:

  • Medicaid/Medicare covers certain immunizations.
  • Confirm coverage details with your insurance provider.

Community & Occupational Flu Outreach

• Waukesha County Public Health offers community and workplace flu outreach programs. Call us for more information at 262-896-8430.