Need to know what vaccines your children will need to go back to school? Starting college or studying veterinary sciences or health care? Learn about which vaccinations you may need.
General Information About Immunizations
Whether you're a concerned parent, getting vaccinated for the first time, or want to learn about vaccination, we provide information about the advantages of vaccination, vaccine safety, and the recommended vaccine schedules. Learn where you can get vaccinated and how to track your vaccines.
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To get your or your child's immunization record, fill out the Authorization to Release ImmTrac2 History form. Adults should also sign the ImmTrac2 Adult Consent Form, "Forms" on the left side menu. Send the completed forms to ImmTrac2@dshs.texas.gov.
Finding low-cost vaccines for children and adults does not have to be difficult. See if you or your child qualify for either of our low-cost vaccine programs—ASN, for adults 19 years of age and older, or TVFC for children up to age 18.
Established in 1991, the Texas Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention Program works alongside public and private healthcare providers and coalitions to prevent perinatal hepatitis B transmission.
Getting vaccinated is a big step for many people. Having all the facts is crucial to learning more about what is in vaccines, how they help protect you and your community, and what diseases vaccines protect against.
CDC recommends the frequencies and types of vaccines depending on a person's age. Vaccine schedules are divided by age categories beginning with birth to 6 years, 7-18 years, and adults. You can also find CDC-recommended vaccines for pregnant women. (External link)