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Vaccine Preventable Disease Control
County of Los Angeles
Department of Public Health
Vaccine Preventable Disease Control Program
3530 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 700
Los Angeles, CA 90010
Phone: (213) 351-7800
Email: ip@ph.lacounty.gov
Vaccines help your body create protective antibodies—proteins that help it fight off infections. By getting vaccinated, you can protect yourself and avoid spreading preventable diseases to others.
There are a number of safeguards required by law to help ensure that the vaccines we receive are safe. Every approved vaccine goes through safety testing, including:
Visit the CDC's Vaccine Safety page for additional information regarding the safety and efficacy of vaccinations.
Click here for the 2024 recommended vaccines schedule for adults.
Use this free Adult Vaccine Assessment Tool (CDC) to help you figure out what vaccines you may need.
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) develops recommendations for U.S. immunizations based on extensive research and evidence. The recommendations include ages when vaccines should be given, number of doses, time between doses, and precautions and contraindications.
As we get older, our immune systems tend to weaken over time, putting us at higher risk for certain diseases. Older adults should get:
Talk with your doctor or other healthcare professional to find out which vaccines are recommended for you at your next medical appointment.
There are many places to find free or low-cost vaccines.
How to pay for vaccines is a common question adults have. There are several ways to pay for vaccines, including programs available to help people who can’t afford to pay for recommended vaccines:
General Vaccine Information
Locating Vaccine Sites
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