Need to know
- Vaccines protect you and your community from serious disease and are safe and effective.
- Recommended vaccines depend on your age, health, job, and travel.
- Vaccine recommendations follow the California Department of Public Health and national medical guidance.
- Several routine childhood vaccines are required by California law for school and child care entry.
- You can:
- Check what vaccines you need
- Learn about each vaccine
- Find trusted, up-to-date guidance
Ready to get vaccinated? Go to Get Vaccines.
Before you start
- Know your age and general health status
- Have your vaccine record (if available)
- Think about upcoming travel, work, or school and child care entry requirements
- Write down any questions
What to do
- Find your recommended vaccines
- Children (0-18 years): Immunization Schedule (AAP)
- Adults (19+ years): Immunization Schedule (AAFP)
- Travel: cdc.gov/travel
- Review vaccine information
- Learn what each vaccine protects against, who should get it, and possible side effects.
- Read Vaccine Info Sheets
- Disease-specific vaccine information (e.g., flu, COVID-19, measles, HPV)
- Check your immunization record
- Talk to a provider if needed
- Get guidance if you:
- Have a medical condition
- Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
- Are unsure what you need
- Get guidance if you:
- Use trusted sources of vaccine information
- Learn about requirements and updates
- School and child care entry vaccine requirements
- Adult and workplace vaccines, such as for health care workers. Always check with your organization or employer for specific requirements.
- Travel vaccines
- Flu and COVID-19 updates
Why these recommendations are used
Marin County Public Health follows evidence-based immunization recommendations that prioritize child and community health, consistent with national experts such as:
- California Department of Public Health (CDPH)
- American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
- American Academy of Family Medicine (AAFM)
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
- American Medical Association(AMA)
In September 2025, California updated state law to continue using science-based vaccine recommendations developed by these national medical experts.
California also works with the West Coast Health Alliance (WCHA), including Washington, Oregon, and Hawaii, to align vaccine policy and public health guidance with the best available evidence and protect population health.
Our goal is to provide clear, consistent guidance that supports families and helps prevent the spread of disease.
For more context, visit Public Health for All – Vaccine Recommendations.