Bartell offers child vaccinations

Through Feb. 24, Bartell Drugs will offer vaccinations for students and their families.

Through Feb. 24, Bartell Drugs will offer vaccinations for students and their families.

The earlier you get a vaccination the more likely it will be for you to avoid getting sick.

There are three main vaccinations Bartell drugs is giving out: Measles, Mumps and Rubella; Varicella; and TDap.

The measles, mumps, and rubella vaccination is for ages 4 to 6.

Varicella is a vaccine for chickenpox, recommended for ages 4 to 6, people with damaged immune systems or unvaccinated adults.

The TDap vaccination protects against dangerous bacterial infections. It is recommended for ages 11 and 12.

The vaccines are recommended by the Center for Disease Control, American Academy of Pediatrics, and the American Academy of Family Physicians.

For additional information, visit www.bartelldrugs.com.