What vaccinations are required for K-12 students, according to the Arkansas Department of Health?
- Poliomyelitis
- Diphtheria
- tetanus
- pertussis
- red (rubeola) measles
- Rubella
- mumps
- hepatitis B
- hepatitis 4 A
- meningococcal disease
- varicella (chickenpox)
Click here for more specific age-specific requirements (Page 11 is a good place to start).
Where can I have my child immunized?
At the office of a licensed physician or a public health department office, according to the health department.
Click here for health department office information.
How do I get a copy of my child’s vaccination record?
Fill out this form and turn it into the health department.
How do I apply for an exemption from the vaccination requirements?
Click here to find the health department’s instructions and necessary form.
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