Decades of research show that vaccines prevent disease. An overwhelming number of studies also show that they are safe and effective. But in recent years, some people have become concerned that vaccines are more dangerous than the diseases they prevent. An aggressive anti-vaccine movement is fueling their fears. Unfortunately, this has led some to delay or avoid vaccination.
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It’s also one reason we are seeing the return of so many preventable diseases – like measles, mumps and whooping cough.
Current immunization recommendations
Top 20 Questions and Answers About Immunizations
We also field calls about vaccines and cancer prevention – such as the HPV vaccine.
**Our Department serves as a safety net provider. This means, if you can’t get an appointment at your regular healthcare provider, health center or local pharmacy, we can serve you.
More information can be found by visiting the CDC website
COVID-19 Vaccine
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Flu Central
Flu Vax
School Vaccination Requirements – NYSDOH Site Including Frequently Asked Questions
2022-2023 NYS Immunization Requirements for School Attendance Printable
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Our Nurses hold vaccine clinics at Essex County Schools & At the Health Department!
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We can bill:
Public Insurance: Medicaid, Medicare Part B, Child Health Plus, Fidelis Managed Care.
Private Insurance: Excellus or CDPHP.
Present your card at your appointment to receive services at no charge. If you are not covered by these health insurances we will provide you a receipt for service that you may submit to your insurance company to seek reimbursement.
This Department charges an at-cost rate plus administration fee —our rate/fees are adjusted down using a sliding fee scale based on household income.
COVID-19 – $128 per dose + $25 admin fee = $153.00
Flu vaccine – $18 per dose + $25 admin fee = $43.00
Flu vaccine high dose – $64 per dose + $25 admin fee = $89.00
We can now accept payment with GovPayNet – so you can swipe your debit or credit card here at our office or pay online.
Before you pay with GovPayNet we advise you to read the GovPayNet Fee Schedule and GovPayNet Terms of Service.
Please call our office at 518-873-3500 if you have questions about immunizations, fees or payment.
Traveler’s Clinics
Mountain Medical Urgent Care Services call 518-523-7575 or 518-897-1000
Plattsburgh Industrial Med. Testing call 518-562-2009
St. Lawrence County Department of Health Department call 315-386-2325
Warren County Public Health call 518-761-6580
In Vermont, UVM Travel Clinic call 802-847-1045
As a local health department we must:
- ensure compliance with all immunization statutes and regulations;
- assist with and follow-up on school immunization surveys;
- provide education regarding the risks and benefits of immunizations for consumers;
- conduct quality assurance activities with community health care providers including immunization practices, proper vaccine storage and handling, and compliance with immunization reporting requirements;
- ensure proper stewardship of immunization resources and serve as a safety-net immunization provider; and
- apply cost-based charges and make reasonable attempts to bill and collect fees for immunization services.