You bought your child new jeans, shirts and shoes for
school. You bought notebook paper, pencils, and markers.
You've scheduled a hair cut. You made arrangements for
after-school care.
Let the school year begin!
Not so fast! Are your child’s vaccinations up to date? According
to University of Iowa Children's Hospital pediatrician Claibourne Dungy, MD,
the following immunizations are required by the state of Iowa for
entry into elementary or secondary school (K-12).
- DTP, DTaP – diptheria, tetanus and pertussis (whooping cough) – Three
doses. One must be given after your child’s fourth birthday.
- Polio
vaccine – Three doses. At least one must be given after
your child’s fourth birthday.
- Hepatitis B – Three doses.
Required for children born on or after July 1, 1994.
- Measles and
Rubella – Two doses. Required for any child who
enrolled in school for the first time on or after July 1, 1991.
- Varicella – One
dose. Given after one year of age for children born on or after
September 15, 1997
No separate distinction between
Kindergarten and Grades 1-12 on the website
Current Vaccination Requirements
Did you know . . .
More than 80 percent of the American population is
immunized against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis. It is
recommended that adults have a tetanus booster shot every 10
years. Currently, 91 percent of Americans are immunized
against polio; 82 percent against hepatitis B, and 91
percent against measles. (National Center for Health
Statistics)
If you have a health-related question, or to make an
appointment, call UI Health Access - 800- 777-8442 or
319-384-8442.
More information:
Listed above are several Web sites that offer additional
information on this topic. University of Iowa Health Care
does not sponsor or endorse these sites, or guarantee the
accuracy of the information contained on these sites. These
links are here for general information only, and should not
be used for personal diagnosis or treatment. If you have any
questions, please contact UI Health Access.
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