Instead of pencils and pens, local health departments say the number one back-to-school need this year should be vaccines. Sixth and tenth graders are now required to be vaccinated for pertussis (whooping cough) and kindergarten students will need two chicken pox shots this year instead of one.The law also changes the way chicken pox cases are reported. Lab tests or a doctor note are now needed as proof that a child has had the illness.
The health department are also strongly recommending vaccinations for Meningitis and Hepatitis B for college students, particularly those who will be living in dormitories.
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