Vaccinations are offered for both children and adults at health centers.

Childhood Vaccinations

Childhood vaccinations begin when a child is six weeks old and continue until the child is 14 years old. These vaccinations are provided through maternal and child health services at the health center and through school health services at the child’s school.

Adult Vaccinations

Adults are advised to keep the following in mind regarding vaccinations:

• Certain childhood vaccinations should be renewed every ten years.

• Individuals aged 60 and older should be vaccinated according to current recommendations.

• Pregnant women should be vaccinated according to current recommendations.

• Travelers should receive vaccinations appropriate to their destination and the nature of their travel.

More About Vaccinations

Most vaccinations are administered at health centers. Appointments can be scheduled with your local health center.

Seasonal influenza vaccinations are given in the fall. Specific arrangements are advertised as details are released.

Vaccination recommendations may change rapidly. At times, special vaccinations against epidemics are offered and advertised.

• You can see an overview of your vaccinations on my pages at Heilsuvera.

• Further information about vaccinations is available on Heilsuvera.

Routine vaccinations for children and at-risk groups are free of charge for individuals covered by health insurance. Prices for other vaccinations can be found in the price list.

Individuals registered with á health centers operated by Heilsugæsla höfuðborgarsvæðisins can ask for travel vaccination counseling through the online chat on Heilsuvera and then come for vaccination at Þönglabakki 1 between 9am and 3pm. No appointment is required at that location.