Dakota County Providing Vaccines For Kids in Need

Editor's note: The following is a news release from Dakota County Public Health

Beginning today, Dakota County Public Health is offering reduced-fee immunizations through July for those eligible for Minnesota Vaccines for Children (MnVFC) vaccine.

Immunizations cost $14 but if a person who is eligible is not able to pay the fee they can still be immunized.

Persons with private insurance coverage that covers immunizations are not eligible for MnVFC vaccine and should contact their private medical provider.

Some vaccines are available for a fee for persons who do not qualify for MnVFC vaccine. Call 952-891-7528 for information on vaccines and cost. 

MnVFC Eligibility Guidelines

• Children (18 years of age and younger ) who do not have health insurance
• Children on a Minnesota Health Care Program - MA, MnCare, or PMAP (Please bring your medical card)
• Children who are American Indian or Alaskan Native
• Children who have health insurance that does not cover vaccinations
• Children who have health insurance with an unmet deductible
• Adults (19 and older) may qualify for some vaccinations; check the Dakota County website and search Vaccines for Adults or call 952-891-7528 for eligibility guidelines and vaccine availability. 

Dakota County reminds parents that immunizations given at public clinics should not be substituted for routine well-child visits. Parents are also encouraged to bring all immunization records with them to the clinic.  

Minors under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian and credit and debit cards are not accepted.

July Clinics:

• July 10 (by appointment only) Dakota County Western Service Center in Apple Valley
• July 17 (walk-in from 4:00 – 6:30 p.m.) Dakota County Western Service Center in Apple Valley
• July 19 (walk-in from 4:00 – 5:45 p.m.) Dakota County Northern Service Center in West St. Paul
• July 24 (by appointment only) Dakota County Western Service Center in Apple Valley