Immunizations
Administrative paperwork (e.g., IMMS screening portion of OSS packet, command sponsorship packets, immunization record entry, etc.) can be dropped off at the clinic with a 72-hour turnaround time.
Seasonal Immunizations
Availability of seasonal vaccines applies to all SOFA sponsored individuals as appropriate for age of administration.
Influenza (‘flu’) vaccine is available for individuals 6 months and older through mass vaccination events starting in October of each year. Information and dates for the 2026-2027 mass vaccination campaign events will be posted once available.
COVID-19 vaccines are available seasonally at the Immunization Clinic for individuals 6 months and older.
RSV vaccine for pregnant women and older adults (75+) is available.
Concerns with a vaccine?
Speak with a Vaccine Expert. You may contact the DHA-Immunization Healthcare Support Center at 877-GET-VACC (877-438-8222) option 1, or Defense Switched Network (DSN) 761-4245, option 1, if you have questions about the vaccines or about an adverse event following vaccination.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need to bring?
Please pick up your medical record from Outpatient Records before coming to the Immunization Clinic. Documentation is an important part of your visit to ensure that you receive the correct vaccines at the correct time. Every patient 18 years and over must have their Common Access Card (CAC) with them for identification purposes. All patients under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent/guardian with a CAC.
Do I Need an Appointment?
Appointments are available for all SOFA sponsored individuals.
- Appointments are available Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., with exception of the second and fourth Wednesday afternoons of the month, when the Immunization Clinic is closed for mandatory training.
- All SOFA sponsored individuals may walk-in to the clinic Monday-Friday, 8-10 a.m.
- Active-duty service members have the option to walk-in on Thursday and Friday afternoons, 1-3 p.m.
How long is the wait?
It typically takes 15 minutes from the time a patient's number is called for a patient to be escorted to the vaccine administration area, provided that all required documentation is complete and available. Each patient’s medical record is screened for immunization documentation and accuracy prior to vaccine administration. It may take more than one corpsman to care for a patient at a time (e.g., infants and children).
What if my child is in school during clinic hours?
We are unable to provide vaccines to all school age children on a walk-in basis during the short time between school release and clinic closure. If your child has an appointment, or if you bring your child in for vaccinations between 8 and 10 a.m., Monday-Friday, we can provide an excuse note for your child to submit to their school upon their return.
When will I need my next shots?
After receiving service in the clinic, you will be told when to return, if necessary. In the case of a vaccination series, the clinic will provide you with a reminder card informing you of when the next vaccine dose is due. Active-duty service members have a schedule to follow that remains constant during their service. Command-sponsored dependents and school-age children have simple requirements that can be provided to you in writing from the clinic.
Can I have someone review my record and my child’s record?
You may retrieve your child’s vaccination record from the Immunization Clinic by requesting a printout at the front desk. If you or your children received vaccines in in the U.S., especially from a civilian medical center, you must bring this documentation to the Immunization Clinic or to Outpatient Records for entry into the hospital’s electronic medical record system. We have a 72-hour turnaround time for completion of all administrative paperwork. If you do not provide the clinic with up-to-date documentation, we are unable to provide the necessary vaccines as we must ensure the appropriate time interval has been met between each vaccine dose.
Can I have a friend bring in my child?
In the event you do not have the ability to provide care for your child due to absence, you can obtain an “IN LOCO PARENTIS” or “Power of Attorney” in the name of the child for a guardian. This documentation must be presented at time of service.
What shots do I need for a visa?
Visa vaccination requirements are determined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The vaccine schedule for United States Visa Requirement is available on the CDC website.
What shots do I need for travel to a foreign country?
You may call the Travel Clinic within the Preventive Medicine Department at 046-816-5026 (DSN 315-243-5026) to make an appointment for any travel-related vaccination and medication needs.