~ Press release issued by the Lord Fairfax Health District
LURAY — Shots are still required for rising seventh graders this fall, even for those who will attend school virtually.
The Lord Fairfax Health District will offer these shots on a walk-up/drive-up basis on Tuesday, Sept. 8 at the Page County Health Department, 75 Court Lane, Luray, VA.
“Being up to date on shots is still required,” says Lord Fairfax Health District Director Dr. Colin Greene. “COVID-19, hybrid classes, and distance learning do not remove the need to be immunized against the more common diseases, especially tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, and the HPV virus. Tdap is required and covers the first three. HPV is strongly recommended, since the virus it prevents is the main cause of cancer of the cervix in women, and of certain throat cancers as well.” The meningococcal vaccine is also strongly recommended, as it protects against several varieties of meningitis, a potentially fatal illness.”
No appointment is necessary; the hours will be from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. In case of rain, a tent will be set up to allow immunizations to continue.
These immunizations are also available from your healthcare provider. Proof of vaccination will be needed in order to enroll in seventh grade.
Additional information on school immunization requirements is available from VDH at https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/immunization/requirements/.
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The Lord Fairfax Health District serves residents in the city of Winchester and Clarke, Frederick, Page, Shenandoah and Warren counties. For more information, visit www.vdh.virginia.gov/lord-fairfax/.
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