Immunizations
The Immunization Program offers information and services for adult and childhood immunizations
Maryland Department of Health Secretary Responds to CDC Claims
Dr. Meena Seshamani issued a statement on November 20, 2025 responding to the CDC claims of a link between vaccines and autism. "There is no credible body of scientific evidence that shows an association or link between vaccines and autism. People with autism deserve understanding, respect, inclusion and support. It does a disservice to the, them progress we have made in understanding autism and public health as a whole when these types of unsubstantiated claims are made."
Immunizations
Adult Immunization Information
The Howard County Health Department participates in the Maryland Vaccine Program for uninsured adults, which includes the following immunizations:
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COVID-19 |
Meningococcal ACWY and B |
RSV (Arexvy or Abrysvo) |
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Hepatitis A |
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella |
Tdap (prophylaxis, NOT for wound management) |
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Hepatitis B |
Pneumococcal |
Varicella (chickenpox) |
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HPV |
Polio |
Zoster (Shingrix) |
- For more information about adult vaccines and a vaccine schedule, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) page
Childhood Immunization Information
Childhood immunizations include:
- DTaP protects against diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough) and tetanus(lockjaw).
- IPV protects against polio (can cause paralysis of the arms and legs).
- MMR protects against measles, mumps and rubella.
- HEPATITIS B and HEPATITIS A protects against Hepatitis B or Hepatitis A which can cause liver damage.
- VARIVAX protects against chickenpox.
- HIB protects against Haemphilus Influenza B which causes brain infections and brain damage.
- PREVNAR(PCV7) protects against respiratory and ear infections, as well as pneumonia.
- ROTAVIRUS protects your baby from severe diarrhea.
Adolescent Immunization Information
Adolescent immunizations include:
- Tetanus-diphtheria-acellular pertussis vaccine (Tdap)
- Meningococcal (meningitis) conjugate vaccine (MCV4)
- Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine Gardisil 9 (Available to boys and girls)
- Menigococcal B
Locating Your Official Vaccination Records
Maryland MyIR is a free website service that allows consumers to view and print copies of their official vaccination records directly from ImmuNet, Maryland's immunization information system. ImmuNet is used by healthcare providers to securely maintain vaccination records for Maryland residents of all ages.
Go to MyIR Mobile to get started.
For assistance using the portal, contact the ImmuNet Help Desk at 410-767-6606.