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Immunizations

Vaccination is a simple, safe and effective way to protect against harmful diseases.

The Green River District Health Department offers a variety of immunizations to protect individuals of all ages from vaccine-preventable diseases. Some vaccines are provided free of charge, some on a sliding scale fee, or some at full cost to the patient.

Vaccination is important at every stage of life.

  • Infant and Childhood: On-time vaccination during childhood is crucial. Vaccinations help to ​provide immunity before children are exposed to potentially life-threatening diseases.
  • Adolescent: As children get older, protection from childhood vaccines wears off and the risk of exposure to certain diseases increases.
  • Adults: Protection from certain vaccines given throughout childhood can wear off over time, putting you at risk for different diseases as an adult. Vaccination is a convenient​ and safe way to protect your body.
  • Pregnancy: Babies receive early protection from serious diseases such as flu, COVID-19, whooping cough and more when a mother chooses to be vaccinated during pregnancy.

Vaccination Schedules

Staying up to date with vaccines is one of the best ways to protect your health and prevent serious disease. Following the right schedule ensures you or your child gets the best protection at the right time—whether it’s a routine childhood shot, a booster or a vaccine needed later in life.

Children 18 Years and Younger

Vaccine recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) are designed to help children in the United States resist serious illnesses so they can stay healthy, and our communities can stay healthy. The AAP immunization schedule is endorsed by 12 medical and health organizations representing more than 1 million clinicians, physicians, pharmacists and other pediatric health care professionals.

Childhood Immunization Schedule

Adults 19 Years and Older

Vaccine recommendations for adults are based on evidence‑based guidance from the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)—the nation’s largest organization of primary care physicians who provide comprehensive health care throughout adult life.  The AAFP immunization schedule reflects expert clinical judgment on vaccines adults need for optimal protection and wellness and aligns with current scientific evidence while addressing the unique needs of adult patients.

Adult Immunization Schedule

Vaccine-Preventable Disease Fact Sheets

Vaccination Records

Access your or your minor’s official immunization record through the secure Kentucky Immunization Registry (KYIR) Public Portal, a free service of the Kentucky Department for Public Health that allows individuals, parents and legal guardians to access official immunization records.

To request a vaccination record for yourself or your legal dependent, visit chfs.ky.gov/KDPHMyVaxRecord