A variety of vaccines for children and adults are provided at the Marshfield and Wisconsin Rapids Health Department locations. Influenza and Pneumococcal vaccinations are available (as vaccine supply allows) during select times.

Immunize by TWO!

Timely immunizations help protect your child from vaccine-preventable diseases You can be emailed reminders as to when your child is due to be immunized! go to http://www.vaccinateyourbaby.org/schedule/tool.cfm

Seasonal Flu Vaccine Clinics

The Wood County Health Department will NOT be hosting community seasonal flu vaccine clinics for adults this year.

Influenza Vaccine is now recommended for all children 6 months through 18 years of age. The Wood County Health Department has a limited supply of free flu vaccine for children. Children's flu vaccine can be received at the Health Department (call for appointment).

Upcoming Flu Clinics for Children

The Wood County Health Department will be offering FREE flu clinics for children. These clinics will be held by walk-in only, no appointments necessary. Flu vaccine will be available for children age 6 month to 18 years, a parent or guardian must be present.

• Pittsville - October 23, 3-6 p.m.
  School Conference Center (5459 Elementary Avenue, Pittsville)
• Wisconsin Rapids - October 25, 4-7 p.m.
  Wood County Health Department (Riverview Clinic Building 4th Floor, 420 Dewey St, Wisconsin Rapids)
• Wisconsin Rapids - October 26, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
  Wood County Health Department (Riverview Clinic Building 4th Floor, 420 Dewey St, Wisconsin Rapids)
• Nekoosa - October 30, 3-6 p.m.
  Community Center (416 Crestview Ln, Nekoosa)
• Auburndale - November 1, 3-6 p.m.
  Village Hall (5988 1st St, Auburndale)
• Marshfield - November 6, 3-6 p.m.
  Marshfield Fire Department (514 E 4th St, Marshfield)

• Flu Clinic Flyer

Ways to protect yourself and your family

• Wash hands frequently.
• Cover mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.
• Avoid large crowds.
• Stay home if you are sick.
• Stay home until 24 hours after fever is gone.
• Call your health care provider if you develop influenza-like symptoms. You will be advised as to whether you should be seen or if you need to take antiviral medications.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer often, especially after using tissues.
• Cover coughs and sneezes with your arm or sleeve.
• Don't share drinking cups and straws.
• Avoid close contact with others who are sick.
• Do not touch your eyes, nose, or mouth.
• Properly dispose of used tissues.
• Get plenty of rest and drink clear fluids to keep from becoming dehydrated.
• Frequently clean commonly touched surfaces (i.e., door knobs, refrigerator handle, telephone, faucets).

Regular Immunization Clinics

Clinics are held monthly at the following locations in Wood County:

• Wisconsin Rapids - Wood County Courthouse Annex (Map)
  

  Please make an appointment by calling 421-8911.

• Marshfield - Marshfield City Hall (Map) Suite 303

  Please make an appointment by calling 387-8646.

Important Notes

PLEASE BRING YOUR IMMUNIZATION RECORD WITH YOU TO THE CLINIC

CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 18 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN WHEN COMPLETING THE CONSENT FORMS

Each child that gets immunized gets a free book!

If a parent or guardian is unable to accompany the child to the clinic, they should contact the Health Department prior to clinic time for arrangements to complete consent forms.

Fees

• Childhood Immunizations (ages 0-18)
  A $10.00 donation per child is encouraged to help defray the expenses of the clinic. The suggested donation is the same no matter how many immunizations are received at the time of the visit. No child is denied immunizations due to inability to pay.
• Adult Immunizations (ages 19+)
  There is a registration fee of $10.00 per adult; this fee is the same no matter how many immunizations are received at the time of the visit.

Exceptions

• There is a fee of $50.00 per dose of Hepatitis B for anyone age 19 and older.
• There is a fee of $10.00 per dose of Tetanus for anyone age 19 and older.

Recommended Immunization Schedule

Wood County Health Department follows the recommended schedule as suggested by the state to ensure maximum protection for your child. For more information, please click on the Immunization Brochure under Publication to the right.