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1. How can I contact the City immunization clinic?

The Joplin Health Department provides required immunizations for all ages. Please call (417) 623-6122 for appointment.

2. What immunizations does the City immunization clinic offer?

Shots are available to protect against many diseases including Diphtheria, Polio, Pertussis, Hepatitis B, MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella), and Tetanus. For information, call (417)623-6122 or (417) 623-6123.

3. Is low-income pregnancy testing available?

The Joplin Health Department does pregnancy tests and issues temporary Medicaid card and does referrals for prenatal care for low income persons in Jasper and Newton Counties.

4. How can I learn about communicable diseases/infections?

For information, investigation, referral and possible treatment of sexually transmitted infections, tuberculosis, hepatitis, HIV, and other communicable diseases, call the Joplin Health Department at (417) 623-6122.