Your
child must meet the
new 2010 vaccine requirements to enter
school. Don't wait, check with your school or provider to
make sure your child is current with their vaccine.
What
services are provided by the Health Department for Cowlitz
County?
Provide information
concerning immunization requirements for entry into schools, preschools and child care
facilities.
Promote access to care by providing
resources and information on where to receive immunizations.
Education outreach
in regard to immunizations provided and preventive care by using
vaccines of preventable diseases.
Training for staff
of private health care providers on proper handling, storage,
immunization techniques, proper interpretation of schedules and
accurate usage of state provided vaccines.
Community education
to targeted populations with information on particular disease
risks and encouragement to get vaccines.
What immunizations
are provided at the Health Department?
The Cowlitz County
Health Department no longer provides immunizations regularly.
We will
provide immunizations during times of disease outbreak and other
emergencies.