Frankfort Fire Protection District |
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Fire Prevention Bureau 815-469-1700 |
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Vaccine-preventable disease levels are at or near record lows. However, we cannot take high immunization coverage levels for granted. To continue to protect America's children and adults, we must strive to obtain maximum immunization coverage for everyone.
Children, younger than 5, are especially susceptible to disease because their immune systems have not built up the necessary defenses to fight infection. By immunizing on time (by age 2), you can protect your child from disease, and protect others at school or daycare.
A vaccination health record helps you and your healthcare provider keep your child's vaccinations on schedule. If you move or change providers, having an accurate record might prevent your child from repeating vaccinations he or she has already had. A shot record should be started with your child’s first vaccination and updated with each vaccination visit. Often vaccinations and immunizations are needed to start the school year.
School physical season is here. Is your child entering kindergarten, sixth or ninth grade, or will they be changing schools this year? Now is the time to get a head start and avoid the rush on getting your child's school physical. Schedule their appointment today. Don't forget to bring your child's immunization records. Each child must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to their appointment.
To learn more about the recommended immunizations or to schedule a school physical for your child, call 1-800-3-ADVOCATE, that's 1-800-323-8622.
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Advocate Health Center—Frankfort |
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Advocate Health Center Tip of the month |
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Always TAKE A FRIEND with you when walking or riding your bike to and from school. It’s safer and more fun to be with your friends.
Stay with a group while waiting at the bus stop. If an adult approaches you for help or directions, remember grownups needing help should not ask children for help; they should ask other adults.
If someone tries to take you somewhere, quickly get away and yell, “This person is trying to take me away!” or “This person is not my father/mother/guardian!” Yell “Stranger!”
Leave items and clothing with your name on them at home.
If you want to change your plans after school, always CHECK FIRST with your parents or guardians.
If you are home alone after school, make sure you follow your “Home Alone” rules.
Trust your feelings. If someone makes you feel scared, uncomfortable, or confused, get away as quickly as you can and TELL a trusted adult what happened. |
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August Safety Tip |
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National Immunization Awareness Month |
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School Bus Safety |
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Know the Rules |
