Did You Know Vaccines Are Now Required by Law to Kids Attending School?

Due to recent changes in California law, it is now a requirement for all children enrolled in both public and private schools in the state to have certain doctor-recommended immunizations.

If you are unsure as to what vaccines your child needs, here is a quick guide to help you out:

Immunizations Needed Before Starting Child Care/Preschool:

2–3 Months

1 each of Polio, DTaP, Hib, Hep B

4–5 Months

2 each of Polio, DTaP, Hib, Hep B

6–14 Months

3 each of DTap

2 each of Polio, Hib, Hep B

15–17 Months

3 each of Polio, DTap

2 Hep B

1 MMR on or after the 1st birthday

1 Hib on or after the 1st birthday

18 months–5 years

3 Polio

4 DTaP

3 Hep B

1 MMR on or after the 1st birthday

1 Hib on or after the 1st birthday**

1 Varicella

Students Admitted at Ages 4-6 years Need These Immunizations:

• Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis (DTaP, DTP, or DT) —5 doses (4 doses OK if one was given on or after 4th birthday.)
• Polio (OPV or IPV)—4 doses (3 doses OK if one was given on or after 4th birthday)
• Hepatitis B—3 doses.
• Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR)—2 doses (Both given on or after 1st birthday)
• Varicella (Chickenpox)—1 dose.

Students Admitted at Ages 7-17 Years Need These Immunizations:

• Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis (DTaP, DTP, DT, Tdap, or Td)—4 doses (3 doses OK if last dose was given on or after 2nd birthday.)
• Polio (OPV or IPV)—4 doses (3 doses OK if one was given on or after 2nd birthday.)
• Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR)—1 dose (2 doses required at 7th grade)
• Varicella (chickenpox) (Admission at ages 7-12 years need 1 dose; ages 13-17 years need 2 doses.)
• Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis (Tdap) —1 dose at 7th grade or out-of-state transfer admission at 8th–12th grades (1 dose on or after the 7th birthday.)

Students Entering College:

Confused or still have questions? NO PROBLEM! All of our knowledgeable pharmacists are certified to give vaccinations and would love to answer any questions or concerns you may have! Owens offers all of these vaccinations to people ages 4 and up. Give us a call at 1-800-MYOWENS to speak to a pharmacist about vaccines and how Owens Pharmacy can help you out! CLICK HERE to find the nearest Owens location.

Now through December 31st, 2017, download the below $5.00 off coupon to bring in when you get a Flu Shot or Immunization at Owens.

*Article information provided by www.shotsforschool.org and the California Department of Public Health.