The following chart provides the recommended vaccines for children 18 years and younger.
Many vaccines are required before entering daycare or school. For more information on Wisconsin Immunization Laws, refer to State Statute 144 (Immunization of Students) and State Statute 252 (Communicable Diseases)
Find information on vaccines required for schools and daycares here.
The Menasha Health Department provides routine childhood immunizations for children eligible for the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program. To make an appointment, call (920) 967-3520.
This includes children through 18 years old who are:
- Medicaid eligible
- American Indian/Alaskan Native
- Uninsured
- Underinsured (has health insurance, but the coverage does not include all vaccines, or covers selected vaccines)
VFC Clinic Dates:
All clinics are held from 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM and 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
January 17
February 21
March 20
April 17
May 15
June 19
Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. If a parent/guardian is unable to accompany the child, we require another adult to accompany the child WITH written permission from the child's parent/guardian.An individual sick with something more serious than a cold and/or a fever of 100.4 degrees on the day of the clinic should not receive immunizations that day.
At the Menasha Health Department, we strive to accommodate the needs of all families and children.
We understand that some individuals may require specific accommodations to ensure a comfortable and positive experience during their visit. This may include fidget toys, dimmed lighting, extra appointment time, etc. If you or your loved one requires assistance or special accommodations, we encourage you to inform us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to meet your needs and to provide a flexible, supportive, and calm environment during the vaccination process.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding accommodations, please do not hesitate to contact us at (920) 967-3520.
Check immunization records here
Please be sure to check the vaccine status of yourself and your child. If you need assistance checking a vaccine status, please call the Menasha Health Department at 920-967-3520
Where Can You Go To Get Vaccinated?
To find a COVID-19 vaccine contact your healthcare provider, local pharmacy, local health department, or visit Vaccines.gov.
The Menasha Health Department currently offers the Moderna Spikevax COVID-19 vaccine only for VFC eligible children. For VFC eligibility guidelines, view this website.
Who Can Receive an Updated COVID-19 Vaccine (2023-2024 monovalent formula)?
ALL individuals age 6 months and older are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
- Children ages 6 months - 4 years
- Initial Vaccination: should receive either 2 doses of the updated Moderna vaccine OR 3 doses of the updated Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine.
- Received Previous mRNA Doses: need 1 or 2 doses of the updated Moderna vaccine OR updated Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, depending on the number of prior doses.
- Everyone ages 5 years and older is recommended to receive 1 dose of the updated Moderna or the updated Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine
- Spring 2024: The CDC recommends that adults ages 65 years and older should receive 1 additional dose of any updated (2023-2024 formula) COVID-19 vaccine at least 4 months following the previous dose of updated COVID-19 vaccine.
WI Department of Health ServicesCOVID-19 Vaccine: What You Need to Know
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Vaccines for COVID-19COVID-19 Vaccine SafetyBenefits of Getting a COVID-19 Vaccine(ACIP) COVID-19 Vaccine Recommendations
The Menasha Health Department provides seasonal flu vaccines for $20 (cash or check only). Receipts for reimbursement can be provided, if needed.
To schedule an appointment for a flu vaccine, please call the health department main line at (920) 967-3520.
Menasha Health Department provides Tuberculosis (TB) skin tests for $25.
TB tests must be read by a Public Health Nurse 48-72 hours after the test is administered.
To schedule a TB skin test, please call the health department at (920) 967-3520
Immunizations help keep people healthy. Immunization programs work to reduce or eliminate vaccine-preventable diseases. Menasha Health Department provides vaccine education, vaccine administration, and monitors community vaccine rates. Contact your healthcare provider or Menasha Health Department (920-967-3520) for information on vaccines or vaccine-preventable diseases.