Childhood Immunizations

Immunizations (also called vaccines) are one of the most effective ways to protect your child’s health and the health of our community.

Vaccines are thoroughly tested, safe, and not linked to autism. Some vaccines are required by Oregon law for children attending schools and childcare settings.

Oregon Health Authority and the West Coast Health Alliance recommend immunization in alignment with the American Academy of Pediatrics-recommended Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule, which is based on established immunization safety and effectiveness.

Child and adolescent immunization schedule

Where to get childhood immunizations

If your child has a primary care provider, schedule immunizations with them. If your child does not have health insurance or a regular provider, affordable options are available.

Clackamas County Health Centers

Call 503-655-8471 to schedule an appointment.

Beavercreek Health Center
110 Beavercreek Rd, Suite 100, Oregon City
Gladstone Health Center
18911 Portland Ave, Gladstone
Sandy Health Center
39740 Pleasant St, Sandy
Sunnyside Health Center
9775 SE Sunnyside Rd, Suite 200, Clackamas

Neighborhood Health Centers

Call 503-848-5861 for hours and availability.

Canby Medical Clinic
178 SW 2nd Ave, Canby
Milwaukie Medical Clinic
10330 SE 32nd Ave, Suite 325, Milwaukie
Oregon City Medical Clinic
728 Molalla Ave, Oregon City

School-Based Health Centers

Available to students in participating districts. Call your school’s health center to check eligibility.

Adrienne C. Nelson High School
503-353-5770
Clackamas High School
503-353-5890
Estacada High School
503-630-8550
Milwaukie High School
503-353-5847
Oregon City High School
503-785-8770
Rex Putnam High School
503-353-5884
Sandy High School – 971-220-2701

Uniting for Ukraine

For free, fast, and confidential immunization services required for the U for U program, call 503-655-8411.

Oregon Immunization Requirements

Oregon law requires immunizations for children attending public and private schools, preschools, childcare facilities, and Head Start programs.

Beginning Feb. 25, 2026, children who are not up to date on immunizations—and who do not have a medical or non-medical exemption on file—will be excluded from school or childcare.

Vaccine information

Learn more about specific diseases and vaccines:

Getting immunization records

You can find your child’s immunization records in several places:

Your child’s doctor or clinic
Your child’s school
Oregon Immunization Registry (OHA)
Clackamas County Health Center patients: Call 503-650-3195

If your child was vaccinated in another state, contact that state’s immunization registry or search online for “[State] request immunization record.”

Vaccines for respiratory illnesses

Vaccines help protect against illnesses like COVID-19 and influenza, which can cause serious complications—especially in young children and people with underlying health conditions.

Why vaccinate?

Protect your child and family
Reduce the risk of severe illness, hospitalization, or long-term complications
Protect vulnerable community members
Reduce missed work or school due to illness

COVID-19 vaccines

Safe and recommended for everyone 6 months and older
Available without a prescription
Children ages 7+ can be vaccinated at pharmacies
Side effects are usually mild and short-term

Flu vaccines

Recommended annually for everyone 6 months and older
Cannot cause the flu
Side effects, if any, are mild and temporary

Why vaccines matter

Vaccines are one of the most successful public health tools ever developed. They:

Prevent serious illness and premature death
Protect people who cannot be vaccinated due to age or medical conditions
Reduce the spread of disease in schools and communities

Skipping vaccines increases the risk of illness for you and those around you. Vaccine-preventable diseases still exist and can spread quickly—especially through travel and close contact.

School immunizations and exemptions

To attend school in Oregon, children must be immunized against 11 vaccine-preventable diseases, including measles, polio, pertussis, hepatitis A and B, and others.

Exemptions are allowed only with proper documentation:

Medical exemption for children with qualifying health conditions
Non-medical exemption completed through Oregon’s required process

Learn more about medical and non-medical exemptions.

Data and reports

Vaccines help protect your child, your family, and your community—now and into the future.