The Long Beach Health Department will host a free vaccination clinic on Tuesday, Aug. 18, to ensure students begin school with their required shots.
Students aged 18 and younger are eligible if they are uninsured, enrolled in Medi-Cal, or identify as American Indian or Alaska Native.
The superhero-themed clinic will be open from 3 p.m to 7 p.m. at the Main Health Facility at 2525 Grand Ave. Appointments are recommended and can be scheduled through MyTurn in English and Spanish, though walk-ins are allowed.
Families are encouraged to bring their kids’ immunization history, which can be accessed through the state’s digital vaccine record.
All vaccines required for school will be offered onsite, including a panel necessary for K-12 admission and a Tdap booster required for students entering seventh grade. Specific immunization requirements are available here.
Children with sensory needs can also receive their vaccines in the city’s portable trailer, designed to offer quiet amid stimulating environments.
“Vaccines help students stay healthy, reduce missed school days and safeguard those who cannot be vaccinated,” said Dr. Cliff Okada, the city’s acting health officer.
Free food, giveaways and prizes, and superhero-themed activities will be available. Community organizations will staff information booths geared toward families.
Future community clinics will be posted to the city’s website here.