Childhood
immunizations to prevent diphtheria, whooping cough,
tetanus, polio, measles, mumps, rubella, meningitis,
hepatitis B and chicken pox are provided through the
health department. Immunizations are available daily
without an appointment. The recommended immunization
schedule is available at www.immunizenc.com
If you have a child going
to or attending college, it is important that he or
she receive the meningococcal vaccine which prevents
bacterial meningitis. This is very important if your
child will be living in a dorm or a residence hall.
Adults need immunizations
too! Shots for the flu, pneumonia, Hepatitis B and tetanus
may be available.
Who is eligible for
Child Health Services?
Services are either free of charge or available on
a sliding fee scale. Medicaid, Health Choice, and private
insurance is usually accepted.
Services are available daily by appointment
only. To schedule an appointment or receive more information,
please call 728-8550. On your first visit, you will
be asked to complete a Confidential Patient Information
Sheet which will include information about the person
receiving services and health insurance information.
Proof of income is required, so be sure to bring a pay
stub or other information showing your income.
Where
are services located?
Services are provided
at the:
Carteret County Health Department
3820-A Bridges Street
Morehead City, NC 28557
252 – 728-8550
Services are available Monday – Friday from
8:00 am – 5:00 pm |
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