CHCC ‘Vax2School’ summer outreach schedule set
The Commonwealth Healthcare Corp. Public Health Services, in collaboration with the CNMI Public School System, CNMI Department of Youth Services, and Diocese of Chalan Kanoa, will be at various school campuses and community centers throughout Saipan to provide immunization services such as vaccinations and issuance of school health certificate for students who need to be brought up to date with recommended immunizations for School Year 2024-2025. The CHCC conducts routine assessments on the vaccination status of all students enrolled in school or daycare in the CNMI, pursuant to Public Law 06-10 to ensure students have their required immunizations for school entry and attendance.
Services at outreach sites will be available from 8:30am to 3:30pm, dates and location are as follows:
June 15, 2024 – Gregorio T. Camacho Elementary School (GTC)
June 22, 2024 – Francisco M. Sablan Middle School (FMS)
June 29, 2024 – San Vicente Elementary School (SVES)
July 6, 2024 – Tanapag Youth Center
July 13, 2024 – Koblerville Elementary School (KES)
July 20, 2024 – Mt. Carmel Joeten-Daidai Social Hall
July 27, 2024 – Garapan Elementary School (GES)
Aug. 3, 2024 – Kagman Community Center
Directional signs will be posted at each location. Please bring a photo ID and applicable insurance information. School health certificates are $5, cash only.
The CHCC Immunization Clinic on Saipan will remain open on Saturdays from 8am to 4pm. Vaccinations will not be available at the clinic and outreach sites from 11:30am to 12:30pm, please plan accordingly.
Additionally, vaccines and issuance of school health certificates will be available at CHCC Mobile Clinic outreaches for well-child visits. Please see schedule at @cnmichcc on Facebook; visit https://www.chcc.health; or call (670) 287-9926/27/29.
Who is the immunization outreach for?
This outreach is open for all students who need an update with their routine immunizations for school requirements, as well as COVID-19 vaccines and seasonal Influenza (flu) vaccines (until June 30, 2024). These vaccines are available for children ages 0-18 years who have Medicaid, or no insurance.
Students who have private insurance may be vaccinated based on vaccine availability. We ask that students have a copy of their insurance information for our staff. If you would like your student to be vaccinated sooner, please contact your healthcare clinic or a pharmacy for their vaccines.
Vaccines are also available through our provider/partner sites in the CNMI: CHCC Children’s Clinic, Tinian Health Center, Rota Health Center, Medical Associates of the Pacific, Marianas Medical Center, Kagman Isla Community Health, Southern Isla Community Health, Tinian Isla Community Health. Please contact these locations for their vaccine availability and eligibility requirements.
How can I find out if my child is up to date with immunizations?
To find out if your child is up to date with their vaccines, please call the CNMI Immunization Clinic at (670) 236-8745.
Is there transportation assistance available to and from outreach?
Transportation assistance is available through the CHCC Family-to-Family Health Information Center. Please contact Chrislaine Manibusan at (670) 664-8700 or (670) 287-7464 for more information. Limited vouchers available and reservation must be made two days before your appointment. (PR)
CHC Vax2School Campaign
