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Vaccines help protect you, your family, and your community

Find information on New Jersey immunization requirements for schools and child care, vaccine programs for eligible residents, specific vaccines and how they work, and tools to access your immunization records.

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Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)

The MMR vaccine protects against measles, mumps, and rubella and is given in two doses. Learn about the schedule and requirements.

MMR vaccine information
Respiratory Syncytial Virus

RSV

RSV vaccines are available for infants, young children, and adults aged 60 and older. Find out who is eligible.

RSV vaccine information
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Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program

See if your child qualifies for free vaccines through the Vaccines for Children Program.

Check VFC eligibility
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Mpox

Learn who should get vaccinated and how to access the mpox vaccine in New Jersey.

Mpox vaccine information
Vaccines for travelers

Vaccines for Travelers

Planning international travel? Find out what vaccines you may need before you go.

Travel vaccines
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NJ Vaccine Records

Access your vaccine records online

New Jersey residents can view their official immunization records online through the free Docket app or myHealthNJ.com. Records are pulled directly from New Jersey's statewide immunization registry, so you can be confident they are accurate and up to date.

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Vaccine Preventable Disease Program (VPDP)

The VPDP works to reduce and eliminate vaccine-preventable diseases in children, adolescents, and older adults by raising immunization coverage rates across New Jersey.

Learn more about VPDP
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