Immunization Programs

As one of the greatest public health achievements, vaccines protect people of all ages against infectious and life-threatening diseases. By staying up-to-date on the recommended vaccines, you can protect yourself, your family, friends, and community.

Vaccines For Children (VFC)

Vaccines for Children Program is for children ages 18 and younger who are uninsured, under-insured (whose insurance does not cover immunization), or American Indian or Alaskan Native. Children who are enrolled in WV Medicaid and WV CHIP also qualify for this program.  All vaccines for children and adolescents are available through Vaccines for Children Program – a federally funded program that provides vaccines recommended by the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices (ACIP) and approved by the Centers of Disease, Control and Prevention (CDC).

Adult Vaccines

Monongalia County Health Department offers a variety of vaccinations for adults aged 19 and older. Offered vaccines include influenza,  Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis, aka whooping cough), pneumonia, yellow fever, hepatitis A, hepatitis B or combined as Twinrix, Shingrix (shingles); as well as those required by universities, employers and immigration.

Titers to verify immunity are offered at a cost. Titers can be done for such diseases as hepatitis B; measles, mumps and rubella (MMR); chickenpox (varicella), polio and rabies.

International Travel Clinic

The Monongalia County Health Department offers travel exams, and immunizations for international travel. Dr. Lee B. Smith, MCHD executive director and county health officer, provides physical exams with pre-travel counseling and education. Prescriptions, for malaria and traveler’s diarrhea for example, are also available with the travel exam. Refer to the CDC Travelers' Health page for the most up-to-date information on recommended vaccines for travelers. MCHD offers a variety of travel vaccines at cost, plus an administration fee. There is no prescription required.
An appointment is required to be seen. 
For information on these services or to make an appointment call 304-598-5119.