Vaccines Defend What Matters

Texas physicians are here to help you make the best decisions for the health of you and your family using information from trusted sources.

Vaccines can help defend your household from getting sick and missing work or school. This page has information to help you learn more about the benefit of vaccines for people of all ages.

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Common Questions About Vaccines – for Adults

• What vaccines do I need as an adult? (CDC)

• Why do I need to keep my vaccines up to date? (CDC)

• How can I get a vaccine if I don’t have health insurance? (DSHS)

Common Questions About Vaccines – for Children

• What diseases do vaccines protect my child from? (CDC)
• Why should I vaccinate my child? (CDC)
• When should I vaccinate my child? (CDC)
• Are vaccines safe? (CDC)
• What can I do to prepare for a vaccine for my child? (CDC)
• How do I get my child’s immunization record? (DSHS)
• Can my child get vaccinated if I don’t have health insurance and where can I find a physician? (DSHS)
• What vaccines does my child need to attend school or daycare in Texas? (DSHS)

Additional Vaccine Resources

Additional resources can be found on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) vaccination webpages for children and adults, and the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS).

Child CDC Resources

Adult CDC Resources

Texas DSHS Resources