Richland County Health Department

Immunizations
Vaccines prevent disease in the people who receive them and protect those who come in contact with unvaccinated people. Vaccines prevent infection and save lives. Immunizations slow down or stop disease outbreaks. Vaccines are held to the highest standard of safety. The United States currently has the safest, most effective supply in history.

Universal Vaccine for all North Dakota Children thru Age 18

Effective October 1, 2011, Richland County Health Department can obtain free vaccine from the North Dakota Department of Health for ALL children (including those with insurance) through age 18. Only a small administration fee will be charged to the insurance or medical assistance.


	Stay Healthy. Get Vaccinated.

Office Immunization Schedule
Immunizations are given by appointment Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM at the public health office on the 2nd floor of the law enforcement center.

Childhood Immunizations
Get the best protection for your child – make sure your child is immunized on schedule. For a list of recommended immunizations go to:
Childhood Immunization Schedule

Children may qualify for vaccine through the Vaccine For Children (VFC) program. VFC-eligible children are those who are 18 and younger and meet one of the following criteria: no health insurance, Medicaid eligible, Native American or Alaskan Native, underinsured.

Adult Immunizations
Vaccines aren’t just for kids. Many adults become ill, disabled, or die each year from diseases that could have been prevented by vaccines. Everyone from young adults to senior citizens can benefit from immunizations.

For more information regarding adult immunization and schedules go to:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Vaccines and Immunizations
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Immunization Schedules

Influenza
Influenza (the flu) is caused by a virus. The virus infects the nose, throat and lungs. An infection can range from mild to life threatening. The flu can lead to dangerous complications such as pneumonia or dehydration. Protect yourself by getting an annual flu shot. Richland County health department offers flu shots annually from October-June while supplies last. The pandemic flu is not the same as the seasonal flu – it is a global outbreak of the flu.

For more information regarding the flu go to:
North Dakota Department of Health, Influenza
North Dakota Pandemic Flu Information

For more information on Immunizations contact us by phone or email or use our Request for Information form.