• Preteen and Teen Vaccines

    Protect adolescents from preventable diseases.

    Vaccines aren’t just for babies and little kids. Preteens and teens need them, too. As adolescents grow, their immune systems need boosters and protection against new risks. Vaccines help prevent serious diseases, reduce the spread of infections, and keep schools and communities safe.

    Keep preteens and teens up to date on recommended vaccines.

    • One dose at 11–12 years old, then a booster dose of tetanus-containing vaccine (Tdap or Td) every ten years.

    Tdap vaccine protects against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (whooping cough).

    Learn more on Washington State Department of Health’s Tdap page.

    • Two doses if a child starts at 9 years old.
      • Three doses if a child starts after 15 years old.

    HPV vaccine protects against human papillomavirus. It prevents more than 90% of HPV-related cancers and protects against six types of cancer.

    Learn more on our HPV Vaccine page and in HPV: Know the Facts, also available in Español (Spanish).

    MenACWY:

    • Two doses total, routinely given at 11 years old and 16 years old.
      • Teens 16–18 years old not previously vaccinated should receive one dose.
    • Required by most colleges and universities.

    Meningococcal B:

    • Two doses starting at 16 years old.
      • Same brand must be used for both doses.
    • Recommended for college-bound students.

    Meningococcal vaccines protect against meningitis (an infection of the brain, spinal cord, and bloodstream) caused by meningococcal disease.

    Learn more in Meningococcal Disease: What You Should Know, also available in Español (Spanish).

    • One dose each year.
    • Stay up to date for age group.

    Free vaccine events for children and teens birth–18 years old

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    Free vaccine locations for children and teens birth–18 years old

    Vaccines are free for children at healthcare providers and pharmacies that participate in Washington’s Vaccines for Children program.

    Some providers charge an administration fee, but most insurance covers it. You won’t be turned away if you can’t pay.

    Call (360) 832-3121 to see if the vaccines you need are in stock and set up a time to come in.

    Kirk’s Pharmacy 
    104 Mashell Ave. N., Eatonville

    For more info, visit Kirk’s Pharmacy’s website or call (360) 832-3121.

    • For children 4–18 years old.
    • Free back-to-school vaccines.
    • You don’t need insurance or ID.
    • Bring a copy of your child’s immunization record. Get it at MyIR.

    Appointment required, make one online. No walk-ins.

    Acts Pharmacy and Healthcare Services
    1901 S. Union, Bldg. B, Ste. 2011, Tacoma 

    For more info, visit Acts Pharmacy and Healthcare Services’ website or call (253) 272-0324.

    • Flu and COVID-19 vaccines for people 6 months or older.
    • Free back-to-school vaccines for children 4–18 years old.
      • An administration fee may apply.
    • Bring your insurance card if you have one.
    • Bring a copy of your child’s immunization record. Get it at MyIR.

    Call (253) 403-1767 to schedule an appointment. No walk-ins.

    Mary Bridge Children’s Immunization Clinic
    3319 S. Adams St., Tacoma, WA 98409

    For more info, visit Mary Bridge Children’s Immunization Clinic’s website.

    • Free vaccines for children up to 18 years old.
      • Administration fee may apply.
    • Bring your insurance card if you have one.
    • Bring your child’s immunization record. Get it at MyIR.

    Call (253) 581-2111 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are first-come, first-served.

    Sea Mar Lakewood
    7424 Bridgeport Way W. #201, Lakewood, WA 98499

    • Vaccines for children up to 18 years old.
    • Patient enrollment not required.
    • Bring your child’s immunization record. Get it at MyIR.

    Call (253) 240-2160 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are first-come, first-served.

    Sea Mar Lincoln High School Clinic 
    701 S. 37th St. 
    Tacoma, WA 98418 

    Entrance is on South 37th Street, down the stairs near the courtyard.

    • Serves Tacoma Public Schools students and their siblings.
    • Vaccines for children up to 18 years old.
    • Bring your child’s immunization record. Get it at MyIR.
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    Updated June 25, 2026.

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