| Immunization
Information |
| 2008
Immunization Schedule (PDF) |
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| CDC
National Immunization Program Web Site |
Link |
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Where do I get information on vaccine
needed for international travel?
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| Contact
the Communicable Disease/Immunization Division at (501)661-2169
or your local health department for information about
the authorized international travel physician nearest
you. |
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| Who
is contacted when possible exposure
to a communicable disease occurs? |
| Contact
your local health department. |
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When are flu shots needed
and where do I get them?
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| Flu
shots are recommended to be given beginning October 15th
and are available in local health departments and many
physician's offices each year. |
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As a physician, where do I get information
on the Vaccines For Children Program?
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| Contact
the Division of Communicable Disease/Immunization at (501)
661-2169. |
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| How
do I report a possible adverse event
after receiving an immunization? |
| Patients
should contact the clinic or provider who gave the immunization.
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How do I get a medical
exemption for my child to not get an immunization?
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physician statement outlining medical reasons for an exemption
of a specific immunization is to be submitted to the Medical
Director of the Division of Communicable Disease/Immunization,
Arkansas Department of Health,
4815 West Markham - Mailslot 48
Little Rock, AR 72205.
The Medical Director will
decide whether to grant the medical exemption based
on the CDC guidelines.
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How do I get a religious
exemption for my child to not get any immunizations?
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| Contact
the Division of Communicable Disease/Immunization at (501)
661-2169 to request the appropriate form. Religious exemptions
can be granted for children "on the grounds that
such immunization conflicts with the religious tenets
and practices of a recognized church or religious denomination
of which said parent or guardian is an adherent or member"
in accordance with Arkansas Statute. |
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How can I volunteer
to improve immunization rates in my area?
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| E-mail:
inc-ark@healthyarkansas.com |
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Where may I get a copy
of a shot record?
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| Contact
your local health department, your health care provider,
or the Division of Communicable Disease/Immunization at
(501) 661-2169. |
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Where do I get information on the immunization
rates for Arkansas?
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| Contact
the Division of Communicable Disease/Immunization at (501)
661-2169. |
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What are the immunization requirements for colleges, schools and daycare? |
| Childcare and Educational Requirements
(Adobe PDF Document) |
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Related
Sites
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| CDC
National Immunization website |
| Immunization
Action Coalition |
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If you
need more information, please call 501-661-2784.
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