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Varicella (Chickenpox) Vaccine - www.cdc.gov/nip/publications/VIS/vis-varicella.pdf
Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine is now required for all students grades Pre-K through 12. If a student has a history of chickenpox disease the vaccine is not required. Waivers are also available for medical, religious or personal reasons.
The link will provide information about the varicella vaccine from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Influenza Vaccine - www.cdc.gov/nip/publications/VIS/vis-flu.pdf
Information about the 2005 Influenza Vaccine from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Intranasal Influenza Vaccine - www.cdc.gov/nip/publications/VIS/vis-flulive.pdf
Information about the intranasal flu vaccine from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Meningococcal Vaccine Information - www.cdc.gov/nip/publications/VIS/vis-mening.pdf
A new vaccine to prevent meningitis became available in 2005. The vaccine is recommended for children ages 11-12 and for students entering high school if they have not received it already. It is also recommended for college freshmen living in dormitories, as well as other people at increased risk for the disease. The above link provides information on meningococcal vaccines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis Vaccine - www.cdc.gov/nip/publications/VIS/vis-tdap.pdf
Information about the new Tetanus, Diptheria, Pertussis vaccine from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The booster dose will offer added protection from whooping cough.
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