FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Aug. 3, 2006
Saturday immunization clinic Aug. 19
The City of Kansas City, Mo., Health Department's annual "BEE WISE, BEE EARLY, Immunize Before School Starts" immunization clinic will be Saturday, Aug. 19 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Health Department, 2400 Troost Ave. The free clinic is being held on Saturday for added convenience for families.
"Many children need additional vaccinations in order to be current on their immunizations for school enrollment, before they can begin classes. This special Saturday clinic will enable many parents to accomplish that without missing work," said Dr. Rex Archer, director of the Health Department.
The clinic will be open to all uninsured Missouri children 2 months to 18 years of age who are accompanied by a parent or guardian. Those intending to receive immunizations should bring their immunization records.
In addition to free immunizations, the following attractions are scheduled:
The Kansas City Public Library will give each child who gets vaccinated a new or gently used book, as long as supplies last
Frosty Treats will give the children treats from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
The Brain Injury Association of Kansas & Greater Kansas City will have bicycle helmets available, as long as supplies last
The Fire Department will have a fire truck on display from 10 a.m. until noon
Doc Bear will provide information about MC+ and encourage parents to enroll their children in this statewide program
Be Bop the Clown will provide entertainment
Representatives from Safety Street and the Childhood Lead Prevention Program will provide information about their programs.
"Immunization is one of the 10 greatest public health achievements of the 20th century. It is one of the easiest, cheapest and most effective ways to protect children from potentially serious diseases. People today live longer and are healthier because of the vaccines they receive when they are children," Archer said.
For more information about immunization, call the Health Department, (816) 513-6108.
