Westchester Reporter

The Westchester County Department of Health has announced that it is now booking appointments for its free back-to-school vaccine clinics. This initiative aims to ensure children have the necessary vaccines to attend school this fall.

In a new effort this year, the County Health Department will provide vaccines at two Yonkers schools: the Yonkers Montessori Academy and the Enrico Fermi School. Any Yonkers student eligible for the state’s Vaccines for Children (VFC) program can receive free immunizations at these locations. Appointments are required and can be scheduled by calling 914-995-5800.

County Health Department nurses will visit the Montessori Academy on Thursday, August 8, to administer Tdap, Meningitis, and Hepatitis B vaccines. On Friday, September 13, they will provide vaccinations at the Enrico Fermi School.

Additionally, the County Health Department is expanding its vaccine appointments for all VFC-eligible Westchester County students from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Health Commissioner Sherlita Amler, MD, stated: “Yonkers schools have done a lot to encourage families to vaccinate their children, so we are pleased to support Yonkers parents by bringing free, convenient vaccines to their schools. Now is the right time for all parents to schedule vaccine visits for their children. If your child is eligible for Child Health Plus, Medicaid or has no insurance, we can help. You can also call your child’s healthcare provider.”

Children attending daycare and Pre-K through 12th grade in New York State must receive all required doses of vaccines on the recommended schedule to attend or remain in school. For more information on required vaccinations, visit School Immunization Requirements.

The Westchester County Health Department's Health Navigators are available to assist families and individuals in signing up for necessary health insurance and finding ongoing primary care if they do not have a regular doctor. For further assistance, call (914) 995-6350.

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