Immunizations

Immunizations are important for both children and adults. They not only protect individuals from serious diseases but also help safeguard the entire community. When enough people are vaccinated, it reduces the overall spread of disease - a concept known as herd immunity. The community-wide protection helps shield those who are especially vulnerable, including infants who are too young to be vaccinated, individuals with certain medical conditions that prevent vaccination, and those who may not develop adequate immunity despite being vaccinated. 

Vaccines are for Everyone

People of all ages can be protected from disease by getting vaccinated. Vaccinations are one of the best weapons we have against a number of serious diseases.  

• The Minnesota Vaccines for Children Program (MnVFC) offers FREE or low-cost shots for children 18 years of age and younger. For more information, visit the Minnesota Department of Health- Free or Low-Cost Shots for Children website. 
• Some adults are also eligible for FREE or low-cost shots. For more information, visit the Minnesota Department of Health- Vaccines for Adults website. 

Immunization Resources

• Are Your Kids Ready? – Immunizations
• Are Your Kids Ready? - Child Care and Early Childhood Programs Immunizations
• American Academy of Pediatrics
• Center for Disease Control: Vaccines and Immunizations

Immunization Record | MIIC (Minnesota Immunization Information Connection)

MIIC is a statewide immunization information system that combines immunizations a person has received (regardless of location or clinic) into a single record, even if the shots were given by different health care providers in the state. You can easily access immunization records for you or your family through Minnesota’s Free Docket- MIIC Immunization Records App. 

Polk County Public Health can provide immunization records and answer questions about vaccines. For information, please contact us at 218-281-3385.