The Vaccines for Children Program

The Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program is a federal initiative that provides free vaccines to eligible children who might not otherwise be vaccinated due to cost or lack of insurance. It aims to protect children's health by preventing serious diseases through immunization. The program supplies vaccines for diseases like measles, mumps, rubella, polio, and influenza, ensuring access regardless of socioeconomic status. Providers enrolled in the program administer these vaccines at no cost to qualifying children, helping to improve community immunity and reduce the spread of preventable illnesses.