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Free vaccinations for any child with or without insurance
LAS CRUCES, NM – The New Mexico Department of Health’s (NMDOH) Las Cruces Public Health Office at 1170 N. Solano Ave will be providing no cost back-to-school vaccinations for all children aged 18 and younger regardless of whether they are a patient or have insurance at the following dates and times:
- Wednesday-Friday: July 23-25: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Monday-Tuesday: July 28-29: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
In addition, immunizations by appointments are available July 17-July 22. Please call (575) 528-5006 for scheduling or questions.
Parents need to bring their child’s shot record and Medicaid or private health insurance card if they have insurance, even though immunizations are provided at no cost to parents. No one will be turned away if they don’t have insurance.
To get a copy of your or your child’s vaccinations record, visit VaxViewNM.org to download a copy or contact the NMDOH Helpline at 1-833-SWNURSE (1-833-796-8773) for assistance.
The vaccinations are available through the Got Shots immunization campaign organized by the New Mexico Immunization Coalition, which includes NMDOH and the New Mexico Primary Care Association. This year, more than 65 community health centers, public health offices, and private practices across New Mexico are participating in Got Shots.
Click here to see the current School and Childcare Immunization Requirements.
A map and list of additional locations statewide for immunizations is available on the New Mexico Immunization Coalition page.
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