County Offers Back-to-School Shots

Taking children to the pediatrician for back-to-school check-ups is a sure sign that summer vacation is drawing to a close.

For children who have neither health insurance nor a primary care doctor, the Westchester County Health Department will offer free immunizations by appointment during special back-to-school immunization clinics starting today. 

During these clinics, facilitated enrollers will be on hand to help parents and guardians sign their children up for the health insurance plans. Families without a regular doctor also will receive information about where to go for ongoing pediatric primary care.

Appointments will be made on a first-come, first-served basis during special sessions from Wednesday, August 10 through Wednesday, Oct. 12.  

If your child does not have health insurance and needs shots required for school, call the Westchester County Department of Health district offices to schedule an appointment. 

• To schedule an appointment at the Yonkers District Office, call (914) 231-2500. 
• To schedule an appointment at the White Plains District Office, call (914) 995-5800.

For more information on immunizations and vaccine-preventable diseases, please contact the Westchester County Department of Health Immunization Action Program at 813-5000 or go to www.westchestergov.com/health.