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Your child needs shots? Check out these resources for help
If your child is entering child care or school, you'll need to make sure they're up-to-date on their vaccinations. These resources can help:
Florida Vaccines for Children Program: Provides free vaccines for children up to age 18 who visit a health care provider in the VFC Program.
Florida SHOTS (State Health Online Tracking System): A free statewide, centralized immunization registry that helps parents, health care providers and schools track immunization records. Ask your doctor to issue a certified immunization record on SHOTS to get electronic access to your child's record. Or call 877-888-4768.
Palm Beach Schools has several resources for children who need vaccinations and their parents, including The Immunization Van.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Offers immunization information, including schedules, a tracking system, lists, fact sheets, books and more.
The Florida Legislature: Provides information about state laws related to childhood vaccinations, school entry, exemptions and more.
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