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Most vaccine-preventable diseases are rare due to the success of vaccinations. But if we stopped vaccinating, diseases that are nearly under control today would return. Learn more about the diseases that vaccines protect against.
Children through 6 years of age need protection against diseases like the flu, whooping cough and measles. Learn more about immunizations for children in North Carolina.
Adolescents are at increased risk for diseases like whooping cough, meningitis and HPV. Learn more about immunizations to protect adolescents.
Adults need protection against disease too. Learn about vaccines for adults including immunizations for health care workers, pregnant women and older adults.
North Carolina law requires all children to receive certain immunizations. Records are verified when children enter school or childcare.
View immunization data for North Carolina kindergartners on the Kindergarten Immunization Dashboard.
Step-by-step instructions for locating an Immunization Record. Be aware that the Immunization Branch cannot release immunization records to individuals. Contact your healthcare provider or local health department for access your personal vaccination records.
Travelers need certain immunizations before leaving the United States. Find out what immunizations you and your family need to stay healthy abroad.
Vaccines are safe and effective. Find out what parents, doctors and researchers have to say about vaccine safety.
The North Carolina Immunization Program (NCIP) provides vaccines at no cost to children who might not otherwise be vaccinated because of inability to pay. The program is funded through the federal Vaccines for Children (VFC) initiative. Learn more about the VFC program.
Updated: August 21, 2024
