Immunizations
Immunizations have protected millions of children and adults from potentially deadly diseases.
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) vaccine-preventable diseases are at or near record lows. Since the start of widespread vaccinations in the
Immunizations for School Age Children
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Proof of vaccinations, with form #680 is required for entry into school. Under the Vaccines for Children program, the Martin County Health Department provides required immunizations for eligible children from birth or age eighteen at no charge. A list of required immunizations can be found in the links below.
Back to school immunization clinics are also held prior to the start of the school year.
For more information, please call 772-221-4000 ext. 2249.
New Residents:
If you are re-locating to Martin County from out of state and need your child’s immunization record transferred to a 680 form, please call 772-221-4000 ext. 2249 for an appointment. Be sure to bring your child’s latest immunization record with you to the appointment.
Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by flu viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness and at times can lead to death. The best way to prevent the flu is to get a flu vaccine each fall.
The pneumococcal vaccine is recommended for all persons aged 65 years or older. The vaccine is typically given only once. This protects most people for a lifetime, although some might need to get a booster shot after 5 years. The pneumococcal shot protects individuals from getting serious infections in the blood or brain that can cause dangerous health problems.
The Martin County Health Department schedules flu vaccine clinics in the Fall before the start of flu season. Several community agencies also provide flu shots.
For more information, please call 772-221-4000 ext. 2249.
Resources for International Immunizations:
Passport Health
14255 US Highway One Suite 227
Juno Beach, FL 33408
(561) 361-7484
Solantic Urgent Care
784 SE Prima Vista Blvd.
Port St Lucie FL, 34952
(772) 878-7311
St Lucie Health Department
Milner Drive, Port St. Lucie
(772) 462-3800 or (772) 462-3852
Palm Beach County Health Department
Call for an appointment
Lantana, (561) 547-6800
Helpful Links:
CDC Vaccines and Immunizations: http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines