There are no barriers or unnecessary prerequisites to the receipt of vaccines. Immunization services are available free or for a minimal fee. Providers utilize all clinical encounters to screen and, when indicated, immunize children. Providers educate parents and guardians about immunization in general terms. Providers question parents or guardians about contraindications and, before immunizing a child, inform them in specific terms about the risks and benefits of the immunizations their child is to receive.
Providers follow only true contraindications .
Providers administer simultaneously all vaccine doses for which a child is eligible at the time of each visit. Providers use accurate and complete recording procedures . Providers co-schedule immunization appointments in conjunction with appointments for other child health services. Providers report adverse events following immunization promptly, accurately and completely. Providers operate a tracking system .