Rio Grande Public Health can provide international travel vaccines.

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We currently carry the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. While demand still far outpaces supply we are working hard to make the vaccine available to everyone in our community as soon as possible. If you are interested in getting a COVID-19 vaccine in Creede or Lake City please complete the following form: https://forms.gle/yW8kxPZZAME4dD8m9. When we are ready to vaccinate your phase group we will call you to schedule your appointment.

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To learn more about when you might be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine please visit CDPHE's COVID-19 vaccine information page: https://covid19.colorado.gov/vaccine.

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It will take all of us to bring this pandemic to an end. Until then, we all need to continue following critical public health protocols to help prevent more people getting sick from COVID-19:

- Please wear a mask in public spaces
- Maintain at least 6 feet of distance from others
- Avoid large gatherings
- Sanitize and Wash your hands often
- Stay home when you are sick

On-time vaccination helps provide immunity before children are exposed to potentially life-threatening diseases. Vaccines are safe and effective.


All childhood vaccines are available for children 0-18 years of age who have private insurance, are on Medicaid, are underinsured/uninsured, or are American Indian or Alaska Native.


Recommended childhood vaccinations include:

- Chickenpox- Diphtheria
- HIB-Influenza
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- HPV (Human papilloma virus)
- Meningococcal- MMR (Measles, mumps, rubella)
- Pneumococcal (Pneumonia)- Polio
- Rotavirus
- TDAP (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis)
- Varicella
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The following are the most useful sites for up to date information on immunizations and vaccines:

https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/‍

https://www.immunizecolorado.org/

https://www.cde.state.co.us/planning20-21/immunization

https://immunize.org/

https://www.chop.edu/centers-programs/vaccine-education-center

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To view the recommended immunizations for children from birth to 6 years old, click here.


To view the full recommended child and adolescent immunization schedule (for ages 18 or younger), click here.‍

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To view post vaccination comfort measures, click here.

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To view Acetaminophen dosing chart, click here.

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To schedule an appointment, or for information on whether your child is due for any vaccines, call:

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Hinsdale County:

Shawna Shidler, RN

970-944-0321
shawna@silverthreadphd.org
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Mineral County:

Joni Adelman, FNP

719-658-2416
MCNurse@silverthreadphd.org

Adults need to keep their vaccinations up to date to stay protected from life-threatening and preventable diseases.

Immunity from childhood vaccines can wear off over time, and as an adult, you're at risk for different diseases. Vaccination is one of the most convenient and safest preventive care measures available.

We accept most forms of health insurance and have many vaccines available for uninsured/underinsured adults. These vaccines include Tetanus (Tdap or Td), Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Pneumococcal Pneumonia, Shingles Vaccine, Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR), Varicella, and seasonal influenza.

The following vaccines are usually covered by health insurance:
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Shingles
- Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)
- Influenza
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
- Meningococcal
- Pneumococcal
- Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap)
- Varicella

Medicare Part B will pay for the following:
- Influenza
- Pneumococcal Pneumonia
- Hepatitis B for persons at increased risk of hepatitis
- Tetanus

Medicare Part D plans identify covered vaccines through formularies.

Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage Plan Part C that offers Medicare prescription drug coverage may also have coverage for the following:
- Shingles
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
- Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap)

To schedule an appointment, or for more information, call:

Hinsdale County:
Shawna Shidler, RN
970-944-0321
shawna@silverthreadphd.org

Mineral County:
Joni Adelman, FNP
719-658-2416
MCNurse@silverthreadphd.org