Washington State Department of Health and the West Coast Health Alliance continue to support the vaccine schedules endorsed by medical professional organizations. The immunization schedules are based on established vaccine safety and effectiveness evidence.
– Children 18 years or younger: American Academy of Pediatrics.
– Adults 19 years or older: American Academy of Family Physicians.
– Pregnant people: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Immunizations protect children and adults from many dangerous diseases.
It’s best to go to your healthcare provider for vaccines.
- They can check if your child is healthy.
- Most insurance covers the office and administration fees. Ask your provider.
If you need help finding a healthcare provider or insurance, call 211.
Keep your child up to date on recommended vaccines.
View the American Academy of Pediatrics (APP) recommended vaccines for children:
- 0–18 years.
- 0–6 years in Español (Spanish).
- 7–18 years in Español (Spanish).
Find your child’s immunization record at MyIR.
Visit our schools and childcares page for information on required vaccines.
Additional Immunization Information and Resources
Human papillomavirus (HPV)
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination, (AAP).
- HPV Vaccination Algorithm, (DOH).
- Webinar – HPV Vaccine Starts at 9, (DOH).
Travel immunizations
- Find a travel clinic, (CDC).
- Travel medicine providers, (Trip Prep).
- Travel medicine consultation, (Costco).
- Online clinic directory, (International Society of Travel Medicine).
- Yellow fever vaccination clinics in Washington, (CDC).
Vaccine Information Statements (VIS)
- VIS, (immunize.org)
- Top 10 Facts About VISs, (immunize.org).
More Information for Providers
- Immunization Action Coalition, (immunize.org).
- Vaccine Education Center at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, (CHOP).
- Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System, (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services).
- Mobile immunizations toolkit, (Immunity Community WA).
Adult Vaccines
It’s not just kids who need vaccines! Adults need to keep up to date on their vaccines.
Protection from childhood vaccines can wear off over time. You may also be at risk for different diseases as an adult. Your adult immunization needs depend on your:
- Age.
- Lifestyle.
- Medical conditions.
- Travel plans.
- Vaccination history.
Keep your immunizations current throughout your life.
Use the adult vaccine assessment tool to find out which vaccines you may need or talk to your healthcare provider or pharmacist.
Where you can find vaccines.
Many healthcare provider offices and pharmacies offer adult vaccines. Call ahead for availability.
Visit the vaccine locator to find the nearest pharmacy with the vaccine(s) you need.
- Recommended Immunizations for adults aged 19 years and Older, (American Academy of Family Physicians, AAFP).
- Adult screening checklist for vaccine contraindications, (immunize.org).
- Medical management of vaccine reactions in adult patients, (immunize.org).
Pregnancy and vaccines
Human papillomavirus (HPV)
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination, (AAFP).
- HPV Vaccination Algorithm, (DOH).
Healthcare personnel
- Recommended Vaccines for Healthcare Workers, (immunize.org).
- Influenza Vaccination Information for Healthcare Workers, (OSHA).
- Hepatitis B and Healthcare Personnel, (immunize.org).
Travel immunizations
- Find a travel clinic, (CDC).
- Travel medicine providers, (Trip Prep).
- Travel medicine consultation, (Costco).
- Online clinic directory, (International Society of Travel Medicine).
- Yellow fever vaccination clinics in Washington, (CDC).
Vaccine Information Statements (VIS)
- VIS, (immunize.org)
- Top 10 Facts About VISs, (immunize.org).
More Information for Providers
- Immunization Action Coalition, (immunize.org).
- Vaccine Education Center at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, (CHOP).
- Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System, (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services).
- Mobile immunizations toolkit, (Immunity Community WA).