|
The Macon County Public Health Center provides childhood and adult immunizations on a walk-in basis
Monday through Friday from 8:00 am until 4:00 pm.
Immunizations are also provided without appointment in Highlands at the clinic building off Buck Creek Road on the
2nd and 3rd Wednesday mornings from 9:30am until 11:30am and in Nantahala at the EMS Building on the 2nd Friday of even months from 10:00am until 12noon.
The goal of the program is to promote health by eliminating vaccine-preventable diseases. Routine vaccinations are given free of charge.
Children's Immunizations
The following vaccines are available at no charge to children following the recommended vaccination schedule from the NC Department of Health and Human Services. A physician's order is not required for routine immunizations.
- Tdap (Diptheria/tetanus/acellular Pertussis)
- DT (Diptheria/Tetanus)
- Pediarix (combined DTaP, Hepatitis B, IPV)
- Td (Tetanus/diptheria)
- Hib (Haemophilus influenza type B)
- IPV (Inactivated polio)
- MMR (Measles/Mumps/Rubella)
- Pediatric Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Menactra
- Varicella (Chickenpox)
- Pneumococcal Conjugate (for high risk children)
- Pneumococcal Polysaccharide (for high risk children)
- Influenza (seasonal for high risk children)
- Rotatec (infants only)
back to top
Adult Immunizations
Vaccines are also provided for adults who meet the eligibility criteria . There is a fee for most of the adult vaccines and some of the children's vaccines.
Vaccine available routinely for adults:
- Tdap(free) (Tetanus/diptheria)
- MMR (Measles/Mumps/Rubella)
- Hepatitis B
- Influenza (seasonal)
- Varicella (Chickenpox)
- Pneumococcal Polysaccharide (65 and older or high-risk)
back to top
Vaccines given for specific circumstances
The following vaccines are given under specific circumstances. Call 349-2081 for information as needed.
- Adult Hib ( Haemophilus influenza type B)
- Adult Hepatitis A
- Meningococcal
- Rabies
- Twinrix (combined Hepatitis A & B)
- Other Travel Vaccines
back to top
Frequently asked questions:
Will immunizations make my child sick?
You will be given an information sheet on any vaccine you or your child is to receive which explains possible side effects and contraindications. You should read the information and ask specific questions at the time. Most of today's vaccines have only minor side effects such as soreness at the site or slight fever.
Are these diseases really serious or even around any more?
The diseases which these vaccines prevent were responsible for most childhood deaths and serious illness with lasting effects before they were developed. Cases of the diseases are still found all over the world with varying degrees of prevalence. Failure to maintain vaccine protection will allow the disease rates to increase.
Are immunizations required by law even if I plan to home school my children?
NC law does require immunizations for children regardless
of whether they attend public, private or home school. The law requires
immunizations be given at the recommended ages beginning in infancy.
Students in college/university are also required to receive specific
immunizations. We can provide copies of the NC immunization law on
request.
Link to Immunize NC.org
Can I get a pneumonia shot?
Our nurses provide immunizations under standing orders signed by a Medical Director and must follow the recommended criteria for administering all vaccines. Pneumonia (Pneumococcal Polysaccharide) is only recommended by CDC for persons 65 years and older or those with certain high risk criteria. You may be able to receive the vaccine depending upon you age and medical status.
Link to www.cdc.gov/nip and www.immunize.org
back to top
International Travel Immunizations
MCPHC provides travel immunizations and health information as recommended by the CDC. Travelers are advised to call and make an appointment. The following vaccinations are available to be given as recommended. Charges apply for most of these vaccines.
- Typhoid
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Meningococcal
- IPV (Inactivated Polio)
- Rabies
- Influenza (seasonal)
- Tdap (Tetanus/diptheria)
- Yellow Fever
Malaria medication for prevention of malaria infection may be prescribed by the Physician's Assistant as needed.
Clients are also provided with precautions they can take to prevent infections as recommended for the area they will be traveling in.
Link to www.cdc.gov/travel
back to top
|
