Health workers will provide about 70,000 shots for Stanislaus County children this year through the Immunization Assistance Program. The Board of Supervisors this week accepted $180,676 from the state to continue the effort through 2002. The program provides free immunizations for children whose families are within income limits. The staff also monitors school immunization records, educates parents about needed shots and assists families dealing with hepatitis B during pregnancy. For information, call 558-4818.

Reprinted by permission of Modesto Bee.