California is currently experiencing a pertussis epidemic and pregnant women are encouraged to receive pertussis vaccine (Tdap) during the 3rd trimester of every pregnancy
A very contagious respiratory illness caused by a type of bacteria called Bordetella pertussis
Begins like a common cold: mild fever, runny nose, sneezing with an occasional cough and then symptoms worsen
Not everyone with pertussis “whoops” when coughing
Can cause breathing failure or difficulties, pneumonia, and swelling of the brain
Highly vulnerable population includes babies and infants
Pregnant women are highly encouraged to get a Tdap vaccine during their third trimester of pregnancy regardless of vaccination history
Tdap booster shot will pass some of the protection to the baby from the mother, until the baby is old enough (6 to 8 weeks) to get immunized
The Fresno County Immunization Program provides immunizations for children, who qualify for the Vaccines for Children Program (VFC), and eligible adults to protect them against vaccine-preventable diseases.
Location: 1221 Fulton Street, Fresno, CA 93721 Telephone: (559) 600-3550
Vaccination Clinic Schedule:
Monday and Wednesday - Walk-In Only
8:00 am -11:30 am & 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday - Appointment Only
8:00 am - 11:30 am & 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
(Closed from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm)
Fresno County Department of Public Health Immunization Program utilizes the California Immunization Registry known as CAIR. For more information on CAIR visit California Immunization Registry