Immunization
State Guidelines for Communicable Disease Prevention
The Illinois Department of Public Health has issued immunization guidance for respiratory virus season (flu, RSV, and COVID-19) and for routine child and adult immunizations. The following links provide more information about these actions:
2026-2027 Respiratory Virus Season Immunization Recommendations
Adult Immunization Schedule Information
Immunizations During Pregnancy
Childhood Immunization Schedule Information
- Illinois Department of Public Health Endorses Immunization Schedule from American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
- Director Vohra on 2026 Childhood Vaccine Guidance
- 2026 Childhood Vaccine Guidance Memo for Clinicians
- 2026 AAP Immunization Schedule for Children 0-6 Years
- 2026 AAP Immunization Schedule for Children 7-18 Years
- 2026 AAP Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule for Clinicians
Hepatitis B Information
Immunizations, also known as vaccines, are one of our greatest defenses against many serious illnesses. The Illinois Department of Public Health’s (IDPH) Immunization Section conducts programs and initiatives to ensure each child in your family has up-to-date immunizations.
Keep yourself and your family protected - get immunized!
Review the CDC vaccination schedules for infants, children, preteens, teens, and adults found under Resources.
Illinois state law requires certain immunizations for children and adults enrolled in child care, school, or college. State law also mandates immunizations for adults in specific fields of work ( e.g., health care). Review these requirements under Laws and Rules.
What diseases do vaccines prevent?
Immunizations protect people against the following:
- Chickenpox
- COVID-19
- Diphtheria
- H. influenza type b disease
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
- Influenza
- Measles
- Meningococcal Disease
- Mumps
- Pertussis (whooping cough)
- Polio
- Pneumococcal Disease
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
- Rotavirus
- Rubella (German measles)
- Shingles
- Tetanus (lockjaw)
In certain circumstances, some people may benefit from the following vaccines:
Resources
- Vax Verify
- Measles
- Illinois Chapter American Academy of Pediatrics (ICAAP)
- 2026 American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Immunization Schedule for Children 0-6 Years
- 2026 AAP Immunization Schedule for Children 7-18 Years
- 2026 AAP Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule for Clinicians
- American Academy of Family Physicians Adult Immunization Schedule
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Maternal Immunization Schedule
- Vaccine Information Statements