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Adolescent Vaccinations

New Law for 2011-2012! 7th through 12th graders need a whooping cough (pertussis) shot before starting the school year.

A new California law requires students to show proof of vaccination before entering school in Fall 2011.

The new requirement affects all students - current, new, and transfers - in public and private schools. The law has two phases:

For the 2011-2012 school year, all students entering into 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th or 12th grades will need proof of an adolescent whooping cough booster shot (called "Tdap") before starting school.
For 2012-2013 and future school years, all students entering into 7th grade will need proof of a Tdap shot before starting school.

Where to Get Immunizations

The best place to get immunizations is your doctor's office or clinic as part of personal regular health maintenance. Immunizations for children and adults are also available at these locations in Sonoma County.

Community Immunization Clinics and other Clinical Services in Sonoma County (pdf)

Important! Most medical providers and many commercial pharmacies also offer vaccinations, and may be contacted to check for availability.

For Parents

FAQ: The New 7th - 12th Grade California Immunization Law English | Spanish (pdf)
Source: California Department of Public Health.

Exemptions to Immunization Requirements
Source: California Department of Public Health.

For Providers

Adolescent and Teen Immunization Schedule
Source: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Tdap Requirement: FAQs for Schools and Providers
Source: California Department of Public Health.

Tools for the 2011-2012 7th through 12th Grade Tdap Requirement
Source: California Department of Public Health.

For Schools

Tdap Requirement: FAQs for Schools and Providers
Source: California Department of Public Health.

Flyer for Parents and Students English | Spanish (pdf)
Source: Sonoma County Department of Health Services.

Flyer for Parents: Keep Our Classrooms Healthy (MS Word)
Source: California Department of Public Health.

Tools for the 2011-2012 7th through 12th Grade Tdap Requirement
Source: California Department of Public Health.

Important!

Most medical providers and many commercial pharmacies also offer vaccinations, and may be contacted to check for availability.

Contact

For more information about immunizations in Sonoma County,
please contact:
Patricia Ensrud, RN, PHN
Immunization Coordinator
DHS - Public Health Division
625 5th Street
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Phone: (707) 565-4573
Email: Ask the IZ Nurse