Immunizations for Kids

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Learn about the immunizations your kids need to stay healthy and protect them from potentially harmful diseases. To find out which vaccines your child needs, check the list below or call your healthcare provider or clinic for more information.

  • Saint Paul - Ramsey County Public Health Immunization Clinic does not currently offer the RSV vaccine. 
  • There is a $15 administration fee for each vaccine, however, no child is turned away if families are unable to pay these fees.

Recommended vaccines by age

  • COVID-19 (updated 2023-2024 formula): One dose for ages 6 months and older. Additional doses for ages 6 months-4 years, depending on vaccination history.
  • Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (DTaP): Five doses starting at age 2 months.
  • Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib): 3–4 doses starting at age 2 months.
  • Hepatitis A (HAV): Two doses starting at age 12 months.
  • Hepatitis B (HBV): Three doses starting at birth.
  • Human Papillomavirus (HPV): 2-3 doses starting at age 9 years.
  • Influenza ("Flu"): Each year for everyone ages 6 months or older.
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR): Two doses starting at age 12 months.
  • Meningococcal: Two doses starting at age 11–12 years.
  • Pneumococcal: Four doses starting at age 2 months.
  • Polio: Four doses starting at age 2 months.
  • Rotavirus: 2–3 doses starting at age 2 months.
  • Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap): One dose at age 11–12 years.
  • Varicella (“Chickenpox"): Two doses starting at age 12 months.

CDC's Child and Adolescent Vaccine Assessment Tool

Early childhood programs & child care immunizations

Immunization records

Where can my child get shots?

Immunization form

Exemptions