Recommended Vaccinations
Cook County Department of Public Health follows the evidence-based vaccination recommendations from Illinois Department of Public Health , which are informed by the Illinois Immunization Advisory Committee. Illinois guidelines are consistent with current recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Family Physicians .
Get free flu and COVID-19 vaccinations at our Saturday vaccination clinics.
Protect yourself against illness and disease.
Get up to date on your vaccinations. Routine vaccinations help prevent:
- Severe illness, hospitalization, and death
- Spreading diseases to children and others who aren’t vaccinated
- Missing school and extracurricular activities
- Missing social gatherings with friends and family
2025-2026 Vaccination Recommendations
Recommended COVID-19, Flu and RSV vaccinations for all ages:
Other recommended immunizations for children and adolescents 18 years old and younger:
Other recommended immunizations for adults 19 years and older:
Find vaccines
- Vaccines.gov
- Cook County Health
- Vaccines for Children (VFC) program (free for eligible children). Find out if your child qualifies.
- Health care providers
- Pharmacies (for children 3 years and older)
Fact Sheet About COVID
Updated April 9, 2026, 11:18 AM