Immunizations

Our Immunization Program provides outreach and education for community members and health care providers, including information on vaccines and where to get them. We also provide vaccines to community members who are uninsured or underinsured.

Frequently Asked Questions 

How do vaccines work?

Vaccines, also called immunizations or shots, work by strengthening your natural immune system. While our immune system can fight off most germs, there are some deadly diseases it can’t handle. Vaccines use dead or weakened germs so your immune system can safely learn how to recognize and fight off these serious diseases if you encounter them in the future. 

Why should I vaccinate?

You can become immune to a disease by getting a vaccine or by getting the disease. With the disease, you have to get sick to strengthen your immune system. With the vaccine, you don’t. Vaccines are safe and effective and are tested extensively before they are ever given to people. 

What vaccines do I need?

What vaccines are needed depends on your age, health status, and certain life events, such as travel, school, or pregnancy.

In New York State, all children going to public, private, and religious schools, including pre-K and daycare, must get certain vaccines unless they have a valid medical exemption. Learn more about the New York State School Vaccination Requirements by visiting: https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/immunization/schools/school_vaccines/

Looking for resources or to learn more about the program?

Call our office at 607-535-8140 to learn more about our program. If you are uninsured or underinsured, you may be eligible to get vaccinated through our clinic. 

You can also check out the following resources: 

  • Vaccination FAQs | NYSDOH  
    • This is the New York State Department of Health's (NYSDOH) website with Frequently Asked Questions about vaccines. 
  • School Vaccination Requirements | NYSDOH  
    • This page includes information about the school vaccination requirements for New York State. 
  • Travelers' Health | CDC 
    • This page includes recommendations to help you stay healthy when you travel, based on your destination. 
  • Healthy Children | Immunizations 
    • This is the American Academy of Pediatrics' website about the recommended immunization schedules for children and teens. 
  • COVID-19 FAQs | NYSDOH
    • This is the New York State Department of Health’s (NYSDOH) website and provides clear, up-to-date information and answers to Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19.