IMMUNIZATIONS

The schedule for routine checkups and immunizations is printed on the last page of this handbook. Please consult this schedule when arranging your child’s checkup appointments and obtaining the necessary vaccines. Immunizations are a very important tool in preventing serious childhood diseases. In Arkansas, immunizations are required prior to school admission, unless you qualify for an exemption.

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During your child's health supervision visits, we can provide an immunization record to help track their vaccinations. The Arkansas State Health Department maintains a computerized database called WebIZ, which records all vaccinations given in the state and reported by providers. This database is accessible to school nurses and medical personnel. We at All For Kids report your child's immunizations to this database when they are administered.

It is important for you to always keep up with your child’s immunization records, as they may be needed in the event of an accident or illness, especially after office hours.

For more information on vaccines, parents can visit the Vaccine Education Center at http://www.chop.edu/centers-programs/vaccine-education-center or use the “Vaccines on the Go” app available for iPhone or Android. These resources are created by Dr. Paul Offit, the Chief of the Infectious Diseases Division at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, and they are excellent.