Teens should go to their regular doctor, nurse, or clinic. Teens need shots to stay healthy. The diseases these shots protect against are not something a person outgrows. In fact, diseases like tetanus and hepatitis B mostly affect adults. And some diseases, like chickenpox, are more dangerous for teens and adults than they are for small children.
Shots are an investment in a teen's future.
Many teens will have had chickenpox disease as children, so they will not need chickenpox shots. Instead, parents will need to sign a statement verifying their child had the disease. The adolescent health visit may include a wide variety of health education, screening, and physical assessment services. Services will vary depending on a teen's specific needs.