Site Map Explains these sections in more detail. Dictionary Contains definitions of vaccine preventable diseases , vaccines , and medical terms . You can find more information and download the software for free at the Adobe Acrobat Website . Exemptions for Medical Contraindications Medical contraindications exist when a child cannot be vaccinated because of an existing health condition or because the child has recently received an antibody-containing blood product.
Most contraindications are temporary.
Unless a lifelong condition is specified, the affidavit or certificate is valid for only one year from the date signed by the physician and must be renewed every year for the exclusion to remain in effect. By selecting any of these links, you will be leaving the Texas epartment of Health Web site. Texas Department of Health, Immunization Division. All Rights Reserved.