It’s open to children who don’t have health insurance.
Frederick, Md (KM) Back-to-school vaccination clinics are being held by the Frederick County Health Department. They will take place from August 6th through September 11th.
They’re open to students who do not have health insurance; whose insurance does not cover vaccinations; or they cannot get the vaccines from their regular health care provider. The clinics are free, but families need to call and set up a time to attend. The number to call is 301-600-1733.
Those with health insurance are encouraged to contact their health care provider and arrange for their children’s vaccinations.
Under Maryland law, children enrolled in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade need to have their age appropriate vaccinations. . Students must have proof of these vaccinations before being allowed to come to school.
The Health Department says school vaccination requirements help protect children by making sure they’re protected against vaccine-preventable diseases. Children who are not vaccinated can spread disease to others, particularly those who are too young to be vaccinated, or people with weakened immune systems such as those with cancer. Schools must have proof of vaccination before allowing students to begin classes. Students who do not have proof of vaccination may not be able to attend schools until this proof of vaccination is presented.
Children 17 and under coming to these clinics should be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older. If the parents cannot bring their children to the clinics, they must provide a note to the adult bringing the children which states that this person is authorized to bring them to the clinic. Vaccinated children are required to remain at the clinic for observation following their vaccinations. Only one parent can accompany children who have an appointment, Additional persons will not be admitted. The Health Department also says please don’t bring a child, or parent or guardian to the clinic if that person has any symptoms of COVID-19, or is awaiting results from a COVID-19 test.
For more information, go to the Health Department website at Health.FrederickCountyMD.gov/immunization.
By Kevin McManus