Attention Parents and Guardians
The State of
Illinois has mandated that all students entering, advancing or transferring
into grade 9, 10, 11, and 12 must submit proof of receipt of Tdap vaccine for
the 2013-14 school year. Students who do
not comply are subject to exclusion from school.
This
requirement is important because Pertussis (whooping cough) disease continues
to occur throughout many Illinois communities. Vaccination of children and
adolescents reduces illness and absenteeism among school age students. In
addition Pertussis in infants can be fatal; a vaccinated community helps protect
infants, especially those who are too young to be fully vaccinated.
If you have received a letter and
immunization record from Health Services please contact your physician or
health care provider to fulfill this requirement.
Free
immunizations offered at: Cook County Dept. of Public Health - Bridgeview Court
House: Call for appointment: 974-6160
You must submit written proof to Health Services in room 142 or fax it
to 708-728-3216.
Questions/
Concerns feel free to call:
Pam Cooper RN 708-467-5647
or
Angela Sivak
RN or 708-467-5648
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