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​Vaccines prevent disease in people who receive them and protect those who come into contact with unvaccinated individuals. Vaccines are provided through injection with a needle, orally or by nasal spray. 

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Vaccines help prevent infectious disea​ses and save lives. Vaccines are responsible for the control of many infectious diseases that were once common in this country, including polio, measles, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), rubella (German measles), mumps, tetanus, and the flu.

Vaccine-preventable diseases have a costly impact, resulting in doctor's visits, hospitalizations, and premature deaths. Sick children can also cause parents to lose time from work.​

The KCHD Immunization Program

For eligibility, appointments and referrals, please call 630-208-3801​.​​​

Immunization Schedules

View or print immunization schedules from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC):

• Birth through 18 years​
• Catch-up Schedule
  
• Easy-to-Read Schedule for Children, Birth through 6 Years
  
• Easy-to-Read Schedule for Preteens and Teens, 7-18 Years
  
• Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule by Medical Indication​
  

Minimum Immunization Requirements for those entering a Child Care Facility or School in Illinois​
Immunization Requirements for College/University Entrance
Flu Vaccination Info
State of IL Certificate of Child Health Exam Form
Whooping Cough/Tdap Immunization Requirements

​​Get Routine Vaccinations Back On-Schedule​

​​​During the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a concerning drop in routine immunizations for children and adults. Routine vaccination is rebounding but unevenly and has not yet recovered among all groups. Many children and adults that delayed vaccination during the pandemic are still behind schedule. While the CDC continues to investigate the impact of the pandemic on routine immunizations, it is crucial that we take steps to help get everyone back on schedule with their routine immunizations. Children and teens can still catch up on vaccinations even if they start late.​ Learn more: Routine Immunizations on Schedule for Everyone (RISE)​​​

Travel Immunizations

​Travel immunizations are not provided by Kane County Health Department.
Other sources:

• Your own physician
  
• DeKalb County Health Department, International Travel Clinic​ at 815-748-2467
  
• DuPage County Health Department
  
• Travel Health Services​ at 630-682-7979 x7590
  
• Kendall County Health Department at 630-553-9100
  
• CDC website travel page
  

Resources

Where can I get immunizations?

• ​Your physician
• Your pharmacy
• Area health centers that often accept Medicare/Medicaid or offer free or sliding-scale services for low-income families

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Learn about the Adverse Vaccination Event Reporting System