COVID-19 updates: Free vaccine clinics
Immunization Clinic
Low-cost shots for infants, children and adults who are uninsured or whose insurance does not cover shots.
- Bring photo ID, insurance card and immunization records with you to the clinic.
- Parents or guardians must accompany those under 18 years old.
- Billing is available for Medical Assistance (MA) and some insurances.
- Cash or check only. No credit or debit cards accepted.
Immunization services are available by appointment only. Some same-day appointments are available. Call 651-266-1234 to schedule an appointment.
Location
Saint Paul – Ramsey County Public Health Center
555 Cedar Street, Saint Paul MN 55101
Metro Transit buses and Green Line stop near the clinic. Free parking is available in the back lot. Parking meters are on surrounding streets.
COVID-19 vaccine
All Minnesotans 5 years and older are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine.
Immunization requirements
Immunization schedules and requirements
Immunizations prevent diseases at all ages. Immunizations not only protect you from many infectious diseases, they also protect those who are unable to be immunized. Making sure young children are immunized is especially important. Anyone who is not immunized is more susceptible to dangerous and sometimes deadly diseases.
- Immunization schedules for infants, children and adolescents
- 2019 Metro immunization clinic schedule (July - December) (PDF)
School and daycare immunization requirements
Immunizations are required for children in child care and prior to starting school in Minnesota.
Travel immunizations
Plan ahead
Planning travel to other countries? It is recommended that you receive travel immunizations (vaccines) to protect yourself from disease that may exist in other parts of the world. To determine what travel immunizations are needed you should schedule a travel consultation. Schedule travel consultations at least 1-3 months prior to your scheduled departure. Some immunizations take up to six months to complete the entire series. Ask your regular doctor or clinic if they offer travel consultations.
Travel immunizations
For locations where you can receive travel immunizations visit the Minnesota Department of Health.
More information on travel immunizations
Flu shots
If you or anyone you know needs a flu shot, we recommend you find a convenient location to get one. Saint Paul – Ramsey County Public Health offers flu shots by appointment.
Please call 651-266-1234 to check flu shot availability and schedule an appointment. We receive small shipments of vaccine every couple of weeks.
Flu shot availability
Seasonal flu shots are available for anyone six months and older. A brief screening will be done to determine which vaccine is right for you. If you have insurance, please bring your card to the clinic. Staff will determine if they can bill your insurance company.
Please note: the nasal spray will not be available this coming flu season.
Influenza (the flu)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that everyone 6 months and older get a yearly vaccination as the first and most important step in protecting against seasonal influenza (the flu). Practicing good health habits such as washing your hands, getting plenty of rest, and eating nutritious meals can also help. If you do become sick, stay home from work or school, and cover your sneeze or cough to prevent spreading influenza to others. Learn how to protect yourself and those around you:
People at high risk of developing flu - related complications
Most people who get the flu will have mild illness, will not need medical care or antiviral drugs and will recover in less than two weeks. Some people, however, are more likely to get flu complications that result in being hospitalized and occasionally result in death. Individuals at risk of serious flu-related complications include:
- People with asthma
- People with diabetes
- People with heart disease and those who have had a stroke
- Adults 65 and older
- Pregnant women
- People who have HIV or AIDS
- People who have cancer
- Children younger than 5, but especially children younger than 2 years old
Information on complications from influenza for high-risk groups
Immunizations during COVID-19
The Centers for Disease Control has seen a decrease in routine pediatric immunizations during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, the Minnesota Department of Health is encouraging health care providers and guardians to maintain immunization schedules for children, especially infants who are at high risk for getting vaccine-preventable diseases.
- Learn more about vaccination during COVID-19.