TARRANT COUNTY, TX
Public Health
Immunizations
Clinic operations
All immunization clinics provide walk‑in only services, except the Travel Health clinic. Walk-ins are accepted until 4 p.m., based on availability. We recommended arriving early for same-day service. Select locations offer Saturday clinics.
Vaccines are available for adults, children covered by Medicaid or CHIP, as well as those who are underinsured (insurance does not cover vaccines) or uninsured. Please bring your vaccination records with you.
As part of our public health mission to prevent vaccine‑preventable diseases, the Immunization Outreach team partners with local schools to provide on‑site vaccinations for school‑aged children. Schools will send notifications to families when these events are scheduled.
Travel Health Services
Travel with confidence, wherever you’re headed. Travel Health Services provides personalized consultations, essential vaccinations, and guidance tailored to your destination. Call 817-248-6299 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins will be seen based on availability.
Wondering which vaccines is required for schools in Texas? Department of State Health Services Texas School and Child-Care Facility Immunizations
Flu Season - Frequently Asked Questions
How long is flu season?
In the United States, flu season usually starts in the fall and lasts through the spring, with cases at its highest between December and February. This year, national trends show influenza activity rising earlier than usual. In Tarrant County, flu cases are usually highest from January to March, but the early spread of the viruses highlights the importance of getting vaccinated before flu activity peaks.
Who should get the flu vaccine?
The CDC recommends that everyone 6 months of age and older receive an annual flu vaccine. If you have questions about whether vaccination is right for you, consult your healthcare provider.
When should you get vaccinated?
It is recommended to get vaccinated by the end of October to ensure protection throughout the flu season. However, getting vaccinated later still provides benefit. Because it takes about two weeks for antibodies to develop, plan to get your vaccine early enough to be protected during seasonal gatherings and before flu activity increases in your community.
Why you need flu vaccine every year?
Protection from the flu vaccine decreases in between seasons, so an annual vaccination is needed for the best protection. The flu viruses also change from year to year, and vaccines are updated to target the strains expected to be most common during the upcoming season.
If you get the vaccine, can you still get sick?
Yes, it is still possible to get the flu. This can happen if you are exposed to the virus before your antibodies are fully developed or if you come in contact with the virus or a different strain. The good news: vaccination has been shown to reduce the severity of illness and the risk of hospitalization.
Source: CDC, Key Facts About Seasonal Flu Vaccine
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Learn more about different programs and vaccines from the Texas Department of State Health Services.
Activity Book for Kids, Adults
Our partners at the Texas Department of State Health Services have created an activity book for parents, teachers and children to help them further understand how vaccines prevent disease. Feel free to use this activity book in schools, communities and families to help children learn the importance of staying healthy.
