To help local students catch up on their immunizations, health officials in Chatham-Kent are hosting several clinics over the next few weeks.
Chatham-Kent Public Health said there are currently 2,800 elementary students and 1,500 secondary students who are overdue on their immunizations.
Any students who do not have updated immunizations or have not submitted an exemption by March 7 will receive a suspension order.
The list of required immunizations includes measles, tetanus, polio, whooping cough, meningitis, and diphtheria, among others. Vaccination against COVID-19 is not required.
Chatham-Kent Public Health will hold immunization clinics at the WISH Centre in Chatham from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on February 7, 14, 22, 27, and 28, as well as on March 1, 2, 3, and 6.
Clinics will also be offered at CK Public Health Clinic Services in Chatham from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on February 9, 16, and 23.
Appointments can be booked by calling 519-352-7270 ext. 2457.
