Harris Health System

Harris Health System launched the TroubleShooters Immunization Program in 1995 to make child immunizations accessible in nontraditional settings.

In Cypress, clinics will be offered once a month through 2016 at the Berry Center.

From 2012 through May 2016, nearly 22,000 patients were seen and given more than 52,000 free vaccines, according to HHS. Vaccinated students had a much lower risk for childhood disease outbreaks and lower costs from inpatient illnesses, officials said.

Countless parents have been educated about the importance of sibling immunization, said Verenice Villarreal, project coordinator of pediatrics for ambulatory care services.

“Our goal is to increase immunization rates, reduce the potential of childhood disease breakouts, reduce emergency room visits and link every child in the target area to a medical home,” Villarreal said. “All vaccines necessary and recommended for school are available.”

Children between the ages of 2 months and 18 years old whose families are either uninsured or on Medicaid are eligible. A parent or legal guardian must accompany the child and bring the child’s immunization records.

Clinics will be offered from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14 and Dec. 12.