Edited release
07/17/24
As we approach the midway point of summer vacation, the local health departments of Johnson, Linn, Benton and Iowa counties are urging parents and guardians to schedule well-child visits for their children now to ensure they meet state health requirements and start the next school year healthy and prepared.
Per Iowa Code, students attending licensed childcare centers and elementary or secondary schools shall receive required immunizations and submit the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services Certificate of Immunization, or have a valid Certificate of Immunization Exemption, or Provisional Certificate of Immunization to the childcare center or school prior to the start of the school year. Additionally, a Certificate of Vision screening and Dental screening from their primary care physician may be required by the school prior to the start of the school year
Parents and guardians are encouraged to contact their child’s primary care physician as soon as possible to schedule a well-child visit and to ask about recommended vaccines for your child’s grade level especially those entering kindergarten, 7th grade, and 12th grade. Additionally, schools may provide information on health requirements and necessary forms.
For more information on immunization and health requirements for school attendance, please visit the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services website.
Locally, you can also contact Johnson County Public Health at 319-356-6040.