The Long Beach Health Department will host a free vaccination clinic on Tuesday, Aug. 18, to ensure students begin school with their required shots.<\/p>\n
Students aged 18 and younger are eligible if they are uninsured, enrolled in Medi-Cal, or identify as American Indian or Alaska Native.<\/p>\n
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<\/a> and Spanish<\/a>, though walk-ins are allowed.<\/p>\n Families are encouraged to bring their kids\u2019 immunization history, which can be accessed through the state\u2019s digital vaccine record<\/a>.<\/p>\n 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<\/a>.<\/p>\n Children with sensory needs can also receive their vaccines in the city\u2019s portable trailer, designed to offer quiet amid stimulating environments<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u201cVaccines help students stay healthy, reduce missed school days and safeguard those who cannot be vaccinated,\u201d said Dr. Cliff Okada, the city\u2019s acting health officer.<\/p>\n Free food, giveaways and prizes, and superhero-themed activities will be available. Community organizations will staff information booths geared toward families.<\/p>\n