Immunizations provide a shield of protection from dangerous diseases. Children in schools and in childcare settings should be immunized to protect themselves and others from diseases such as measles, whooping cough, meningitis, and chicken pox. Talk to your doctor or call the Immunization Clinic about any questions you might have about immunizations. Childhood Immunizations in Buncombe County Compared to other counties in NC, Buncombe County has a high rate of children who are not fully immunized. Communities with high rates of people not fully immunized are at risk of outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases. That is why it is important to talk to your doctor and make sure you and your child are fully immunized. Immunizations protect you, your loved ones and our community from vaccine preventable diseases. Click the link for an informational form regarding immunization exemption at childcares or schools in Buncombe County. Call us at 828-250-5096 with any questions you might have about immunizations.
Protect your child: Immunizations provide a shield of protection from dangerous diseases. Infants and toddlers are at high risk for serious medical problems — including death — from vaccine-preventable diseases such as measles, whooping cough, and chicken pox. It is important that caregivers and those around infants and toddlers are fully vaccinated as well. This creates a wall of protection for little ones. Talk to your doctor or call the Immunization Clinic with any questions you might have about immunizations. Immunizations Required For Child Care NORTH CAROLINA LAW REQUIRES CHILDREN TO BE VACCINATED FOR CERTAIN DISEASES. CHILDREN MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED VACCINES BEFORE THEY MAY ENTER SCHOOL. (NC LAW GS 130A 152) Click to see the immunizations that infants and toddlers need for childcare. Click on the chart below to learn more about the diseases that immunizations protect against. Your Child's Immunization Records Your child's immunization records are often required to register children for school, participate on athletic teams, attend summer camps or travel outside the United States. It is also important to have your child's immunization records so you can know when they need different immunizations or booster shots as they get older. Talk to your doctor or call our Immunization Clinic with questions or to obtain official copies of immunization records.
Cost There are fees for almost all child immunizations. We accept the following forms of payment: Insurance — please bring insurance info with you. We bill Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurances. Self-pay — we accept cash, money orders, checks, debit and credit cards The state of North Carolina offers certain free vaccines to those who qualify. For more information about billing and fees, call (828) 250-5096. Buncombe County participates in the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program which provides vaccines to eligible young people up to 18 years old at no charge. To be eligible, the child must meet at least one of the following criteria: Medicaid eligible, American Indian or Alaskan Native, or Uninsured. Underinsured means a child has health insurance, but it won’t cover vaccine (s) because it doesn’t cover any vaccines, it doesn’t cover certain vaccines, or it covers vaccines but it has a fixed dollar limit or cap for vaccines. Once that fixed dollar amount has been reached, a child is eligible. *You don’t have to be a US citizen to be eligible for this program For more information or to determine if your child is eligible for the VFC program call (828) 250-5096. Please bring your child's insurance card with you if they have one as well as their immunization card showing past immunizations. What you do matters! Immunizations protect all of us. Talk to your doctor or call the Immunization Clinic if you have questions about immunizations. For More Information: NC Immunizations: Infants & Toddlers www.cdc.gov/vaccines/parents www.chop.edu/vaccine
Immunizations Required For School Entry NORTH CAROLINA LAW REQUIRES CHILDREN TO BE VACCINATED FOR CERTAIN DISEASES. CHILDREN MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED VACCINES BEFORE THEY MAY ENTER SCHOOL. (NC LAW GS 130A 152) View the immunizations that kindergarteners need for school entry. Your Child's Immunization Records Your child's immunization records are often required to register children for school, participate on athletic teams, attend summer camps or travel outside the United States. It is also important to have your child's immunization records so you can know when they need different immunizations or booster shots as they get older. Talk to your doctor or call our Immunization Clinic with questions or to obtain official copies of immunization records. Cost There are fees for almost all child immunizations. We accept the following forms of payment: Insurance — please bring insurance info with you. We bill Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurances. Self-pay — we accept cash, money orders, checks, debit and credit cards The state of North Carolina offers certain free vaccines to those who qualify. For more information about billing and fees, call (828) 250-5096.
Buncombe County participates in the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program. For more information or to determine if your child is eligible for the VFC program call (828) 250-5096. All required vaccines are offered at no charge for eligible children 18 years of age and below. Please bring your child's insurance card with you if they have one as well as their immunization card showing past immunizations. What you do matters! Immunizations protect all of us. Talk to your doctor or call the Immunization Clinic if you have questions about immunizations. How Vaccines Work from Immunize For Good on Vimeo. For More Information: www.immunize.nc.gov www.cdc.gov/vaccines/parents www.chop.edu/vaccine
Immunizations provide a shield of protection from dangerous diseases. Children entering sixth grade need booster vaccines to give them extra protection against diseases such as meningitis, measles, whooping cough, and chicken pox. Between 7 and 12 years of age, your child should visit the doctor once a year for check-ups. Check with your doctor about catching up on any missed vaccinations. During this time, your child should also receive the flu vaccine. Talk to your doctor or call the Immunization Clinic with any questions you might have about immunizations. View the immunization requirements for rising 6th Graders. learn more about the meningitis vaccine, read the fact sheet. Immunizations Required For School Entry NORTH CAROLINA LAW REQUIRES CHILDREN TO BE VACCINATED FOR CERTAIN DISEASES. CHILDREN MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED VACCINES BEFORE THEY MAY ENTER SCHOOL. (NC LAW GS 130A 152) See the immunizations that sixth graders need for school entry. If you are promoting immunizations within your school or organization, please click here.
Cost There are fees for almost all child immunizations. We accept the following forms of payment: Insurance — please bring insurance info with you. We bill Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurances. Self-pay — we accept cash, money orders, checks, debit and credit cards The state of North Carolina offers certain free vaccines to those who qualify. For more information about billing and fees, call (828) 250-5096. Buncombe County participates in the Vaccines for Children(VFC) program. For more information or to determine if your child is eligible for the VFC program call (828) 250-5096. All required vaccines are offered at no charge for eligible children 18 years of age and below. Please bring your child's insurance card with you if they have one as well as their immunization card showing past immunizations. What you do matters! Immunizations protect all of us. Talk to your doctor or call the Immunization Clinic if you have questions about immunizations. For More Information: www.immunize.nc.gov CDC - For Parents: Vaccines for Your Children home page - Vaccines www.chop.edu/vaccine
As kids get older, protection from some childhood vaccines, like whooping cough, begins to wear off. Plus, older kids can develop risks for other diseases such as meningitis and HPV through the different activities and social settings that they encounter during this period of their lives. Health check-ups and sports or camp physicals can be a good for preteens and teens to get the recommended vaccines before going off to school or work. Talk to your doctor or call the Immunization Clinic with any questions you might have about immunizations. Immunizations Required For School Entry NORTH CAROLINA LAW REQUIRES CHILDREN TO BE VACCINATED FOR CERTAIN DISEASES. CHILDREN MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED VACCINES BEFORE THEY MAY ENTER SCHOOL. (NC LAW GS 130A 152) Click to see the immunizations that teens need for school entry. Your Child's Immunization Records Your child's immunization records are often required to register children for school, participate on athletic teams, attend summer camps or travel outside the United States. It is also important to have your child's immunization records so you can know when they need different immunizations or booster shots as they get older. Talk to your doctor or call our Immunization Clinic with questions or to obtain official copies of immunization records. Cost There are fees for almost all child immunizations. We accept the following forms of payment: Insurance — please bring insurance info with you. We bill Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurances. Self-pay — we accept cash, money orders, checks, debit and credit cards The state of North Carolina offers certain free vaccines to those who qualify.
For more information about billing and fees, call (828) 250-5096. Buncombe County participates in the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program. For more information or to determine if your child is eligible for the VFC program call (828) 250-5096. All required vaccines are offered at no charge for eligible children 18 years of age and below. Please bring your child's insurance card with you if they have one as well as their immunization card showing past immunizations. What you do matters! Immunizations protect all of us. Talk to your doctor or call the Immunization Clinic if you have questions about immunizations. For More Information: www.immunize.nc.gov www.cdc.gov/vaccines www.chop.edu/vaccine
Immunizations required for school entry NORTH CAROLINA LAW REQUIRES CHILDREN TO BE VACCINATED FOR CERTAIN DISEASES. CHILDREN MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED VACCINES BEFORE THEY MAY ENTER SCHOOL. (NC LAW GS 130A 152) Immunizations that infants and toddlers need for childcare. Immunization Requirements Immunizations requirements for Kindergarteners English Spanish Immunization requirements for 6th & 7th Graders English Spanish Immunization requirements for 12th graders English Spanish
To learn which immunizations are required and recommended for your child at any age, or how to find immunization records for your child,go to immunizations for children & teens. Frequently Asked Questions: Where can I find a copy of my child's immunization history? You can ask your child’s doctor for a copy of their immunization history. You can also call the Immunization Clinic at 828-250-5096 to get a copy. Why does my child need immunizations? Immunizations are a shield of protection for your child's health. Germs that cause vaccine-preventable diseases and death still exist and can be passed on to an unvaccinated child or adult. What if I have more questions about immunizations? Talk to your doctor, school nurse, or call the Immunization Clinic at 828-250-5096. Where can my child get immunized? You can get your child immunized at their doctor's office or the Immunization Clinic at Clinical Health Services located at 40 Coxe Avenue - Asheville, NC 28801.