The health department is suspending students from all over Peel Region for not being able to show their medical records.
Peel Public Health says that 15,861 students in Mississauga, Brampton, and Peel will be suspended if they can’t show proof that they have been vaccinated.
In Ontario, students must show their immunization records to prove that they are protected against a number of diseases.
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Dr. Hetal Patel, Associate Medical Officer of Health for Peel, said that the Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA) needs to be enforced because some diseases can spread quickly in schools.
Parents and guardians must send Peel Public Health their child’s immunization records to avoid suspension under the ISPA.
Dr. Patel said, “We know that keeping track of and reporting vaccination records can be hard, especially for families with a lot on their plates.” “That’s why we’re working closely with families and school boards to help students catch up as quickly as possible, so their learning isn’t interrupted and they stay safe from serious diseases.”
Some of the diseases that are worrying are measles, meningitis, polio, diphtheria, mumps, rubella, and chickenpox. With the right vaccinations, all of these can be avoided.
This week, suspension orders started to be sent out.
The health department said it is working with families to get the vaccination information.
Health officials said, “Suspension is a last resort and is only used when the required paperwork is not received by the deadline.” They also said that the Medical Officer of Health has the power to make enforcement decisions.
Many people think that a lot of students have gotten all of their vaccines, but the information hasn’t been sent in correctly.
Parents can go online to see if their child is up to date on their vaccinations and add any missing information. Doctors do not tell the health department about their patients’ vaccination status.
Peel Public Health is giving shots at some high schools. Families can also make an appointment for clinics during the March Break. Here is a video of the whole process.
Nazia Peer, Director of Immunization Services for Peel Region, said, “Keeping up with routine vaccinations keeps our kids and community healthy.” “Vaccination is one of the best ways to protect not only each student, but also their classmates, teachers, and other vulnerable people in the community.”
