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N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – The North Dakota Department of Health is encouraging you to get your children vaccinated now to avoid the back-to-school rush later this summer.

Children entering school should have their vaccinations and shots before the start of the school year. There are also vaccines required for adolescents when entering middle school.

“By requiring vaccines, we hope to minimize the spread of preventable illnesses in schools and provide North Dakota’s children with a healthier environment to learn,” said Amy Schwartz, Immunization Surveillance coordinator for the North Dakota Department of Health.

“Children should get vaccinated as soon as possible to ensure they are protected before the first day of school.”

Children can be vaccinated at local public health units or private health-care providers. For more information on school immunization requirements, contact Amy Schwartz, North Dakota Department of Health at 1.800.472.2180 or visit their website here.