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Child Vaccination Schedule (Routine Immunizations)
Routine vaccinations are free (with some exceptions)
💡 The Bottom Line
Routine vaccinations are city-funded. Follow the schedule in your Mother and Child Health Handbook.
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👤 Who
Infants to junior high schoolers with residence in Ota City
📋 What
Routine vaccinations (BCG, Hib, Pneumococcal, MR, etc.)
⏰ When
Administer according to standard vaccine schedules
📍 Where
Designated medical institutions in Ota City
❗ Why
To protect children from infectious diseases. Routine vaccines are free.
📝 How
Book an appointment with a clinic and bring the Maternal Health Handbook.
📖 Easy Explanation
Routine vaccinations are free or low-cost and protect children from infectious diseases. Bring your Mother and Child Health Handbook to the clinic.
✅ Checklist
- RequiredDistributed during the baby visit. If you moved to Ota City, contact the Health Center with your Mother and Child Health Handbook.
- RequiredUsed to record vaccinations.
👥 Who Qualifies
- Parents of children aged 0 to junior high school
❓ Terms & FAQ
Routine Vaccinations
Vaccinations designated by the national government, which eligible children can receive at public expense (free of charge) based on the Immunization Act. Includes Rotavirus, Pneumococcal, Hepatitis B, DPT-IPV-Hib, BCG, MR (Measles-Rubella), Varicella, and Japanese Encephalitis.
Voluntary Vaccinations
Vaccinations not included in routine vaccinations. Can be received upon request, but the cost is generally fully self-funded. Mumps vaccine is an example (Ota City offers partial subsidies).
Maternal and Child Health Handbook
A handbook issued by the municipality upon submission of a pregnancy notification. Used to record pregnancy, birth, childcare, and the child's vaccination and health checkup history. Required for procedures and receiving vaccination questionnaires.
Pre-vaccination Questionnaire
A medical questionnaire filled out before receiving a vaccination. Used to check health condition, allergies, and past vaccination history. Distributed during baby visits in Ota City.
❓ FAQ
Are routine vaccinations free?
Yes, routine vaccinations designated by Ota City are free (publicly funded). Voluntary ones like influenza require fees. Note that vaccinations after the target age window become self-funded.
What if I missed a scheduled dose?
Contact the Health Center (Ota City Health Center: 0276-46-5115, Nitta Health Center: 0276-57-2651). If still within the target age window, it is free.
What happens to records if I just moved to Ota?
Your Maternal and Child Health Handbook serves as proof. Bring it to the Health Center so they can issue the vaccination questionnaire slips for upcoming vaccinations.
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