Vaccination: 1, suspension: 0
In a public release, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) said, 'Staying current with routine immunizations is one of the best ways to protect children's health and ensure a smooth return to school, sports, clubs, and other extracurricular activities.'
The health unit sent letters to the homes of high school students, born in 2008 and 2009, who had not updated their immunization records.
With the September 23 deadline quickly approaching, parents are reminded students will be suspended on that day if their immunizations are not updated.
Younger students born in 2016 and 2017 (entering Grades 2 and 3) with missing immunizations were also sent home with reminder letters from school at the end of the last school year. These students' records will continue to be reviewed this coming school year, with suspensions to be enforced in February.
'End of summer is the perfect time to check in with your child's health care provider,' said Dr. Colin Lee, Associate Medical Officer of Health with SMDHU.
'It's a chance to make sure they're up to date on vaccines before the school year gets busy. Getting caught up now means one less thing to worry about in September and a safer, healthier return to school.'
Parents can now check their child's immunization record at the health unit online.
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