Free Immunization Clinic prepares Students for School
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by Alice Meadow | ALBUQUERQUE, NM – 2025/09/10 08:30:29
The Metro Area Immunization Clinic is offering a convenient way for families to ensure their children are ready for school by providing all required immunizations in a single visit. The clinic will be held Tuesday, Sept. 9,from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Berna Facio Professional Advancement Center, located at 3315 Louisiana Blvd. NE.
This community event offers free, school-required vaccines to all students. Families are encouraged to bring their child’s immunization records and insurance information,if available. However, there will be no cost, nonetheless of insurance status. On-site registration is available, and a parent or guardian must be present for a child to receive vaccinations. This is an opportunity to protect your child’s health and meet school immunization requirements.
Why are vaccinations important for children?
When your child has all their recommended vaccines on schedule, that helps to ensure that everyone stays healthy.
Frequently Asked questions about Childhood Immunizations
- Are vaccines safe for children?
- Yes, vaccines are considered a safe and highly effective way to prevent common diseases that used to seriously harm or even kill infants, children, and adults [6], [1].
- How can I get free vaccines for my child?
- The Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program helps eligible children get free vaccines through participating providers [1],[6].
- Are vaccines required for school enrollment?
- Yes, many states, including new Jersey, require specific vaccines for children attending or entering preschool and licensed child-care centers [3].
Sources
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – Vaccines
- World Health Organization (WHO) – Vaccines and Immunization
- CDC – Impact of vaccines on US
- Immunization Action Coalition – Vaccine Impact
- UNICEF – Immunization
- New Jersey Department of Health – Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program
- HealthyChildren.org – Vaccines for Children Program
- Piscataway Township Schools – Immunization Information
