| The department provides childhood
immunizations (including tuberculosis skin testing)
for ages birth -- 18 years of age following the requirements
and guidelines set forth by the CDC, ACIP and California
school law. Flu shots are also routinely recommended
for children of all ages.
Adult vaccines are available as desired or for school
and job requirements. The public health department
also provides post exposure prophylaxis for adults
for diseases such as: chicken pox, measles, mumps,
rubella, rabies and hepatitis A and B. Adults are
offered flu and pneumonia shots as needed. Yearly,
in the fall, flu clinics are conducted throughout
the county.
Public health nurses provide up to date immunization
information regarding children and adults with high-risk
conditions, i.e. Cochlear implants, asplenia, hiv,
other immune system deficiencies, and immunzations
following the administration of blood products.
Travel consults by appointment with a registered
nurse for adults and children are offered for international
travelers to all parts of the world. Immunizations
such as: yellow fever, meningococcal, typhoid - oral
and inject able forms, Japanese encephalitis, rabies
and more. This consult also provides appropriate antimalarial
advice with a prescription and a handy dos and donts
for international travel.
The immunization department also serves as a resource
of immunization information to physicians and other
providers.
Target Population:
Parents with in fants and children, Adults, International
Travelers, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Physicians,
Physician’s Assistants, Adults changing Nurse
Practitioners, Physicians, Physician’s Assistants,
Adults changing immigration status.
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