Community - Making vaccines easier

Mobile clinics keep our communities healthy

We know people are busy and convenience is key. That's why Dakota County Public Health’s mobile clinic is on the move, making resources such as vaccines and health information more accessible for our communities.

A trailer that houses the mobile clinic was purchased with federal pandemic funds in 2021. Its purpose was to remove barriers to receiving vaccines for residents who might not be able to access them in a more traditional way. Since 2021, the mobile clinic has provided 71 clinics to our community and administered close to 2,000 vaccines.

During the 2023 mobile clinic season from May–September, common vaccines were offered safely and conveniently to residents interested in our continued effort to keep the community healthy. Public Health partnered with schools, food shelves, mobile home parks and community centers to host vaccine clinics. Community organizations may request the mobile clinic to appear at festivals, gatherings and other events for the 2024 mobile clinic season.

Most county residents can use the clinics free of charge with no appointment required. Interpretation services are available at every community clinic to better serve those who do not speak English or Spanish.

The mobile unit will continue to offer clinics during summer months where you can conveniently receive vaccines for school, immigration exams, work and more. The COVID vaccine and boosters will also be available. Find a list of clinics and vaccine appointments at www.dakotacounty.us, search community vaccine clinics.

Working together, we can keep our communities healthy and safe.