Vaccinations & Immunizations
Why is this a priority?
Lyon County families want to protect their loved ones, but may have questions about vaccines and immunizations. When you get trusted information from local healthcare providers, you can make informed decisions that protect your children, yourself, and your neighbors. The vast majority of Lyon County residents choose to vaccinate after getting their questions answered — because protection is always a priority, especially when it comes to your loved ones.
Immunization Facts
Vaccines are one of the easiest and most effective ways to protect ourselves and the people we care about. They help prevent serious diseases like measles, mumps, diphtheria, and polio. These diseases may seem like things of the past, but they’re still risks if we don’t stay protected. And some vaccine-preventable diseases, like whooping cough, meningitis, hepatitis, and flu, are still circulating every year.
Childhood Immunizations
Children have a recommended immunization schedule that starts at birth and continues through adolescence.
These vaccines help kids build strong immunity and meet school or activity requirements, so they’re ready for anything at home, at school, or out in the world.
If your child doesn’t have insurance, the Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program can help. It covers all CDC-recommended vaccines for kids under 19 who are uninsured, enrolled in Medicaid, American Indian/Alaska Native, or underinsured (when seen at certain clinics).
Stay independent, stay healthy.
Adults benefit from vaccines, too! Even healthy adults can be at risk for diseases like shingles, hepatitis B, and pneumococcal disease, which can lead to serious complications, especially as we age.
Staying up to date on adult vaccines helps protect not only yourself but also those around you—like babies, seniors, and people with weakened immune systems. Many adult vaccines, such as Shingrix and the annual flu shot, are covered by private insurance or Medicare. Our Community Clinics are happy to help you navigate your coverage and options.
How we're helping
Our healthcare professionals here in Lyon County always welcome your vaccine questions and respect your decisions. We always provide honest information about benefits and risks. And we’re happy to share the same safety data our providers use to make decisions for their own families.
Our clinics offer free and low-cost vaccines for Lyon County residents at every stage of life, from infants and school-age children to young adults and seniors. We can also direct you to other local healthcare providers and pharmacies that offer the vaccines and immunizations you need to stay healthy and that your children need to attend school.
Vaccines & Clinics
For more information on immunization schedules and vaccine availability, or to get other important questions answered by a public health professional, call or visit one of our Lyon County Community Clinics:
Community Health Nurse Clinic – Fernley
555 E. Main St, Fernley, NV 89408
T: (775) 575-3363 | F: (775) 575-3364
Community Health Nurse Clinic - Dayton
5 Pine Cone Rd, Ste 103, Dayton, NV 89403
T: (775) 246-6211 | F: (775) 246-6312
Community Health Nurse Clinic - Yerington
26 Nevin Way, Yerington, NV 89447
T: (775) 463-6539 | F: (775) 463-6534
What can you do?
Get the facts. Ask your questions about the importance of immunizations, vaccine safety, and the schedules to keep your kids on track.
Now is the time. Get the information you need and decide what's right for your family.
Talk to your provider. Local healthcare providers vaccinate their own families after reviewing all the safety data. They're happy to share what they know.
Make an appointment. Some pharmacies and providers offer walk in vaccinations, but it’s always best to call ahead or go online to book your appointment.
Need more information?
Pharmacies and primary care doctors are also a great place to access immunizations. Visit vaccines.gov to find your closest access point.
For more information on vaccine-preventable illnesses and how to protect yourself and your loved ones, visit the Nevada State Immunization Program website.
This was supported by the Nevada State Immunization Program through Grant # 6 NH23IP922609-05-06 from CDC-RFA-IP19-1901 Immunization and Vaccines for Children - IIS Supplemental Funding.
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