Immunization Program

During these times of the Coronavirus (CoVID-19) pandemic, we are offering reduced immunization services including:

• All clients will be seen by appointment only.  For an appointment, please call 410-396-4454, Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, or complete your registration online at MarylandVax.org.
• Registration, including a collection of vaccination records and insurance cards, will be completed in advance by phone when the client/parent calls to make their appointment.
• Clients can enter the Health Department building at 1200 E Fayette St no earlier than ten (10) minutes before their TIKE appointment.
• Clients and their parents/guardians will need to be wearing face coverings and may be screened for temperature and CoVID-19 symptoms.
• Only clients having the TIKE appointment and their parent/guardian will be allowed in.  Extra family members will be asked to wait outside of the building.
• Once screening is completed, clients will be directed to the Immunization registration desk.

*** Visit the Baltimore City's website for additional information on Coronavirus (CoVID-19) or you may phone BCHD's CoVAX Call Center at 443-984-8650.  The Maryland Department of Health also offers Coronavirus information on its website.

*** Our T.I.K.E. immunization clinics are offering free Coronavirus (CoVID-19) vaccinations to children and adolescents who are 6 months - 17 years old.  Pediatric CoVID-19 vaccination TIKE clinics will be held at our Eastern Health District (1200 E Fayette St - 21202) on Fridays from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.  No appointment is needed; walk-ins are welcome.  Please see the attached TIKE Child & Adolescent CoVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Schedule for December 2022.

*** Our T.I.K.E. immunization clinics are offering free Coronavirus (CoVID-19) vaccinations to adults who are 18+ years old.  Adult CoVID-19 vaccination TIKE clinics will be held on Tuesdays and Fridays at our Eastern Health District (1200 E Fayette St - 21202) from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.  No appointment is needed; walk-ins are welcome.  Please see the attached TIKE Adult CoVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Schedule for December 2022.

FIGHT THE FLU - Cold, wintry weather brings an increased chance of catching the flu (Influenza).  The flu is spread from person to person by coughing and sneezing, or by direct contact with infected people or containimated objects.  During these times of Coronavirus (CoVID-19), protecting yourself against the flu is even more important to safeguard you and your family's health.  Just like with CoVID-19, you can take effective, common sense measures to help prevent yourself and others from catching the flu including: (1) wash your hands; (2) cover your sneezes and coughs; (3) wear a face covering; (4) avoid close contact with people who are sick and generally practice social distancing; and (5) stay home when you are sick.  For additional information please go to the Baltimore City Health Department's Flu site at: http://health.baltimorecity.gov/flu.

Vaccinations are a proven and safe way to help your body's immune system fight the flu.  This year, our T.I.K.E. clinics will be giving free flu vaccinations to children and adolescents from 6 months to 18 years old.  For an appointment, please call 410-396-4454 Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, or complete your registration on-line at MarylandVax.org.

The Baltimore City Health Department’s Immunization Program offers services to help prevent vaccine-preventable disease, conduct disease surveillance, and provide and monitor immunization-related health education and community outreach.

• Free T.I.K.E. Clinics to those children and adolescents who qualify.  A limited supply of adult immunizations may also be available with a $25 suggested donation for each adult vaccination.  Please see the attached TIKE Non COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Schedule for December 2022.
• Baltimore’s Immunization Registry Project (B.I.R.P.) works with the Maryland Department of Health's "ImmuNET" immunization information system to collect and securely disclose vaccination records for children – adolescents – young adults.  Call:  410-545-3048.
• Community Education and Outreach.  Call:  410-396-7575

The Baltimore City Health Department's Immunization Program is located at the Eastern Health District at 1200 E Fayette St - 21202 on the northeast corner of Fayette St & Aisquith St.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• How can I get immunizations for my child?  We recommend going to your child’s doctor.  If you do not have a medical provider, have Medicaid insurance, or do not have medical insurance that covers immunizations, you can come to our T.I.K.E. (To Immunize Kids Everywhere) Clinics.  Clients are seen by appointment only.  To make your appointment please call 410-396-4454, or register online at MarylandVax.org .  Please see the attached TIKE Non COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Schedule for December 2022.

• What immunizations are recommended?  [Childhood / Adolescent] [Adult]
   
• How can I make sure my child will meet their school’s immunization requirements?  All children and young adults need to have an up-to-date copy of their immunization records to be enrolled in licensed daycare or in school.  If you would like assistance in determining whether or not your child has their required immunizations, please bring their shot record to their school’s health suite, your child’s doctor, or to our TIKE clinic.  [Maryland School Vaccine Requirements Year 2022-2023]

We are excited to show our newest "Back to School" public service announcement.  Created in partnership with BCPS Commodore John Rodgers Elementary/Middle School students and produced by Wide Angle Youth Media, the video posted on Vimeo explains the importance of getting required 7th-grade Tdap and Meningococcal vaccinations.​  See it here.

• How can I get a copy of my child’s or my shot record?  We may be able to retrieve a copy of your or your child’s immunization record as transcribed into the Maryland's "ImmuNET" registry.  Please call us at 410-545-3048.
   
• How can I get more information about immunizations?  [Maryland Department of Health's Center for Immunization] [CDC Commonly Asked Questions for Parents] [CDC "Vacunas e immunization"]
   
• How can I get information sheets on immunizations in another language?  [Immunization Action Coalition]
   
• Where can I get information about immunizations needed for overseas travel including general travel precautions and country alerts?  [CDC Travel Information] [Find a Travel Clinic]

Contact Information

Immunization Program
Baltimore City Health Department
Division of Youth Wellness & Community Health
Maternal & Child Health

1200 E Fayette St Floor 1 West
Baltimore  MD  21202-4721

Tel:  410-396-4454
Fax:  410-396-3965