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El Distrito Sanitario de Mount Rogers Anuncia Próximas Clínicas de Vacunación Escolar

1 de Agosto, 2025
Contacto para los medios de comunicación: Brianne Kilbourne, Brianne.Kilbourne@vdh.virginia.gov

El Distrito Sanitario de Mount Rogers Anuncia Próximas Clínicas de Vacunación Escolar

BRISTOL, Va. – A medida que se acerca el año escolar 2025-2026, los Departamentos de Salud de la ciudad de Bristol y condado de Washington desean recordar a los padres y guardianes que todas las vacunas son obligatorias para todos los estudiantes. Encontrará una lista de las vacunas obligatorias aquí.

“Queremos que todos los niños crucen las puertas de la escuela en su primer día listos para aprender, y eso comienza estando al día con las vacunas obligatorias”, dijo la Dra. Meagan Helmick, directora del Distrito de Salud de Mount Rogers. “Para facilitar las cosas a las familias ocupadas, nuestros departamentos de salud ofrecerán horarios extendidos o fuera de las instalaciones en las próximas semanas, incluyendo consultas sin cita previa. No espere más: haga planes para vacunar a su hijo(a) ahora para que pueda comenzar la escuela a tiempo.”

Todos los estudiantes deben presentar prueba de vacunación antes del inicio de clases. Para ayudar a las familias a cumplir con estos requisitos, los Departamentos de Salud de la ciudad de Bristol y el condado de Washington organizarán clínicas de vacunación en las siguientes fechas y lugares:

Virginia Middle School – 501 Piedmont Ave., Bristol, VA 24201

Departamento de Salud de la ciudad de Bristol – 341 Piedmont Ave., Bristol, VA 24201

  • 12 de Agosto, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
  • 13 de Agosto, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Departamento de Salud del Condado de Washington – 15068 Lee Hwy., Suite 1000, Bristol, VA 24202

  • 5 de Agosto, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • 6 y 7 de Agosto, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Las vacunas se proporcionarán sin costo alguno. Las clínicas del departamento de salud tienen disponibilidad limitada para atender sin cita previa, por lo que se recomienda solicitar cita previa. Para programar una cita o si desea más información, comuníquese con el Departamento de Salud de la ciudad de Bristol al (276) 642-7335 o el Departamento de Salud del condado de Washington al (276) 676-5604.

Mount Rogers Health District Announces Upcoming School Vaccination Clinics for Galax City, Carroll County, and Grayson County

August 1, 2025
Media Contact: Brianne Kilbourne, Brianne.Kilbourne@vdh.virginia.gov

Mount Rogers Health District Announces Upcoming School Vaccination Clinics

GALAX, Va. – As the 2025-2026 school year approaches, the Galax City, Carroll County, and Grayson County Health Departments wants to remind parents and guardians that vaccinations are required for all students. A list of required vaccinations can be found here.

“We want every child to walk through the school doors on their first day ready to learn—and that starts with being up to date on their required vaccines,” said Dr. Meagan Helmick, Mount Rogers Health District Director. “To make it easier for busy families, our health departments are offering expanded or offsite hours in the coming weeks, including walk-ins. Don’t wait—make a plan to get your child vaccinated now so they can start school on time.”

All students must provide proof of immunization before school starts. To assist families in meeting these requirements, the Galax City, Grayson County, and Carroll County Health Departments will host vaccination clinics on the following dates and locations:

Galax High School, 200 Maroon Tide Dr., Galax

  • August 14, 2:30 – 5:30 p.m.,
    (Registration REQUIRED. Register here: Middle | High)

Galax City Health Department – 502 S. Main St., Galax

  • August 12, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Carroll County Health Department – 605-15 Pine St., Hillsville

  • August 4, 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • August 6, 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Grayson County Health Department – 186 W. Main St., Independence

  • August 11, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
  • August 12, 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Vaccines will be provided at no cost. Clinics at the health department have limited walk-in availability and appointments are strongly encouraged. To schedule an appointment or if you want more information, please contact the Galax City Health Department at (276) 236-6127, the Carroll County Health Department at (276) 730-3180, or the Grayson County Health Department at (276) 773-2961.

Mount Rogers Health District Announces Upcoming School Vaccination Clinics for Bristol City and Washington County

August 1, 2025
Media Contact: Brianne Kilbourne, Brianne.Kilbourne@vdh.virginia.gov

Mount Rogers Health District Announces Upcoming School Vaccination Clinics for Bristol City and Washington County

BRISTOL, Va. – As the 2025-2026 school year approaches, the Bristol City and Washington County Health Departments wants to remind parents and guardians that vaccinations are required for all students. A list of required vaccinations can be found here.

“We want every child to walk through the school doors on their first day ready to learn—and that starts with being up to date on their required vaccines,” said Dr. Meagan Helmick, Mount Rogers Health District Director. “To make it easier for busy families, our health departments are offering expanded or offsite hours in the coming weeks, including walk-ins. Don’t wait—make a plan to get your child vaccinated now so they can start school on time.”

All students must provide proof of immunization before school starts. To assist families in meeting these requirements, the Bristol City and Washington County Health Departments will host vaccination clinics on the following dates and locations:

Upcoming Clinics at Virginia Middle School – 501 Piedmont Ave., Bristol:

Upcoming Clinics at Bristol City Health Department – 341 Piedmont Ave., Bristol

  • August 12, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
  • August 13, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Upcoming Clinics at Washington County Health Department – 15068 Lee Highway, Suite 1000, Bristol:

  • August 5, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • August 6 and 7, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Vaccines will be provided at no cost. Clinics at the health department have limited walk-in availability and appointments are strongly encouraged. To schedule an appointment or if you want more information, please contact the Bristol City Health Department at (276) 642-7335 or the Washington County Health Department at (276) 676-5604.

Mount Rogers Health District Announces Upcoming School Vaccination Clinics for Smyth, Wythe, and Bland Counties

August 1, 2025
Media Contact: Brianne Kilbourne, Brianne.Kilbourne@vdh.virginia.gov

Mount Rogers Health District Announces Upcoming School Vaccination Clinics for Smyth, Wythe, and Bland Counties

MARION, Va. – As the 2025-2026 school year approaches, the Smyth, Wythe, and Bland County Health Departments wants to remind parents and guardians that vaccinations are required for all students. A list of required vaccinations can be found here.

“We want every child to walk through the school doors on their first day ready to learn—and that starts with being up to date on their required vaccines,” said Dr. Meagan Helmick, Mount Rogers Health District Director. “To make it easier for busy families, our health departments are offering expanded or offsite hours in the coming weeks, including walk-ins. Don’t wait—make a plan to get your child vaccinated now so they can start school on time.”

All students must provide proof of immunization before school starts. To assist families in meeting these requirements, the Smyth, Wythe, and Bland County Health Departments will host vaccination clinics on the following dates and locations:

Smyth County Health Department, 201 Francis Marion Ln., Marion

  • August 4, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
  • August 6, 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • August 7, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Wythe County Health Department, 290 S. 6th St., Wytheville

  • August 6, 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • August 8, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Bland County Health Department, 209 Jackson St., Bland

  • August 11, 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • August 12, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Vaccines will be provided at no cost. Clinics at the health department have limited walk-in availability and appointments are strongly encouraged. To schedule an appointment or if you want more information, please contact the Smyth County Health Department at (276) 781-7460, the Wythe County Health Department at (276) 228-5507, or the Bland County Health Department at (276) 688-3642.

July 6, 2023

Media Contact: Allie Phillips, population health manager, allison.phillips@vdh.virginia.gov

LENOWISCO and Cumberland Plateau Health Districts Offering Back to School Vaccination Clinics

 WISE, VA – During July and August, the LENOWISCO and Cumberland Plateau Health Districts will be offering school required vaccinations at each health department throughout both districts. This is a great opportunity for parents to get their child on track for their 7th and 12th grade school required vaccines.

School Required Immunizations:

  • Diphtheria, Tetanus, & Pertussis (Tdap)- a booster dose of the Tdap vaccine is required for all children entering the 7th grade
  • Meningococcal Conjugate (MenACWY) Vaccine – All children are required to have a minimum of 2 doses of MenACWY vaccine. The first dose should be administered prior to entering the 7th grade. The final dose should be administered prior to entering the 12th grade.
  • *Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine –A complete series of 2 doses of HPV vaccine is required for students entering the 7th The first dose shall be administered before the child enters the 7th grade

*after reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parent or guardian’s sole discretion, may elect for the child to not receive the HPV vaccine

Appointments are required for all clinics. Due to limited spots, parents are urged to call ASAP to schedule a slot for their child. Upon arrival, please be able to provide proof of insurance and the child’s vaccine record.

School Vaccination Clinic locations and dates:

LENOWISCO Health District:

July 19, 24, 26, and 31: Wise County Health Department

August 1, 2, and 8: Lee County Health Department

August 7, 10, and 14: Scott County Health Department

Cumberland Plateau Health District:

August 7, 8, and 10: Buchanan County Health Department

August 1, 3, and 8: Dickenson County Health Department

August 7, 9, and 14: Russell County Health Department

August 10, 15, and 16: Tazewell County Health Department