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CHS PH FAQ School Immunization Program

York Region Public Health provides information on Grade 7 school immunization clinics, including the requirement for parent consent, safety of receiving multiple vaccines, and the eligibility for publicly funded vaccines. Vaccines like Meningococcal ACYW-135 are mandatory for school attendance, while Hepatitis B and HPV vaccines are recommended but not required. Parents can contact York Region Public Health for further inquiries and to update immunization records.

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CHS PH FAQ School Immunization Program

York Region Public Health provides information on Grade 7 school immunization clinics, including the requirement for parent consent, safety of receiving multiple vaccines, and the eligibility for publicly funded vaccines. Vaccines like Meningococcal ACYW-135 are mandatory for school attendance, while Hepatitis B and HPV vaccines are recommended but not required. Parents can contact York Region Public Health for further inquiries and to update immunization records.

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York Region Public Health (September 2024)

Grade 7 School Immunization Clinics: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is a signature attestation from the parent/legal guardian required on the consent form? Where can I
get a consent form?

• Students in grade 7 require a parent/legal guardian to complete and submit the electronic immunization
consent form.
• CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE ELECTRONIC CONSENT FORM

2. When does the consent form need to be submitted?

• There is no deadline to submit an electronic consent form. Submissions will be accepted up until the
immunization clinic is offered at your child’s school. Submitted consent forms remain on file and valid
for dose(s) throughout the 2024-2025 school year (both Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 clinic dates) unless
consent is withdrawn.

3. My child is very nervous. What can I do to prepare my child for the immunization?

• Visit What to Expect at an Immunization Clinic section for tips on how to reduce pain and anxiety about
getting needles.

4. Is receiving more than one vaccine at a time safe?

• Yes. Your child’s immune system can easily handle many vaccines at once. Receiving multiple
vaccines is safe, convenient, and ensures the best protection for your child at the earliest age possible.

5. What should I expect after my child receives an immunization at school?

• Students are observed by a nurse in the clinic for 15 minutes after receiving an immunization. All usual
activities, including physical activity and sports may be resumed after being immunized. The most
common side effects are mild, short-term and may include: redness, swelling, and discomfort at the
injection site. Severe side effects are rare.

6. I’m not sure if my child has an allergy to the items listed on the consent form (aluminum, latex,
yeast, thimerosal, L-histidine, polysorbate 80 or borate.) Where are they found?

• Latex can be found in rubber gloves, balloons or bandages


• Yeast can be found in bread, cereal or cookies
• Some childhood vaccines contain aluminum, thimerosal, sodium chloride (salt), L-histidine, polysorbate
80, trometamol, sucrose and borate

Children with a known allergy to the above items should not be vaccinated at school. Consult with
your health care provider if your child may be allergic to any of these items.

7. Who should I contact if my child previously received a vaccine?

• To update your child’s immunization record contact York Region Public Health at 1-877-464-9675 ext.
73456 or visit eimmunization.york.ca

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8. Are these vaccines mandatory?

• Meningococcal ACYW-135 vaccination is required for school attendance as outlined in the


Immunization of School Pupils Act unless a valid exemption is on file.
• Hepatitis B and Human Papillomavirus vaccines are strongly recommended for students, though they
are not mandatory for school attendance. These vaccines are safe and effective for protecting your
child against infectious diseases and associated severe health complications including cancers.

9. My child recently received the COVID-19 and/or Influenza vaccine. Are they safe to receive the
school-based vaccines now?

• For individuals 6 months of age and older, COVID-19 vaccines may be given on the same day or at any
time before or after, non-COVID-19 vaccines including the Influenza and school-based vaccines.

10. How can my child catch up on other routine immunizations, aside from the vaccines offered in
school?

• Children should receive overdue routine immunizations at the earliest opportunity. Routine
immunizations are critically important for prevention against several infectious diseases; they are
available by appointment through York Region Public Health Community catch-up clinics by clicking
here or your health care provider. This can include immunizations that are required for school such as
tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, polio, chickenpox, measles, mumps, and rubella.
• If you are unsure if your child is due for any of these vaccines, check their immunization record (yellow
immunization card), speak to your health care provider, or call York Region Public Health at 1-877-464-
9675. If your child has received vaccines through your health care provider, see question #7.

11. How long are students eligible for these student vaccinations?

• Students in grades 7-12 are eligible for publicly funded (free) doses of Hepatitis B, Meningococcal
ACYW-135 and HPV vaccines (with all doses of Hepatitis B & HPV vaccine received) before August
31st of the graduating secondary school year.
• Students who do not receive Meningococcal ACYW-135 vaccine while in grades 7-12 remain eligible
after the school year, until a dose is received.

12. Do students need to wear a mask to be immunized?

• No. Although students may still wish to wear a mask, masks are not required in immunization clinics.

13. Who can I contact if my question is not covered here?

• Visit york.ca/immunization for more information or call York Region Public Health at 1-877-464-9675.

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