Kansas - teens for vaccines

Can minors receive vaccinations in Kansas without parental consent?

Minors in Kansas cannot consent to vaccinations. However, there is a statute that states that minors 16 years or over may consent if no parent or guardian is immediately available. This will likely not apply to vaccinations. It is best to call your county health department and let them know about your situation.

KAN. STAT. ANN. § 38-123B (2012). CONSENT BY MINOR 16 OR OVER TO HOSPITAL,
MEDICAL OR SURGICAL TREATMENT OR PROCEDURES
Notwithstanding any other provision of the law, any minor sixteen (16) years of age or
over, where no parent or guardian is immediately available, may give consent to the
performance and furnishing of hospital, medical or surgical treatment or procedures and
such consent shall not be subject to disaffirmance because of minority. The consent of a
parent or guardian of such a minor shall not be necessary in order to authorize the
proposed hospital, medical or surgical treatment or procedures

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How to get the COVID-19 vaccine in Kansas?

An appointment must be scheduled before receiving the vaccination at https://www.kansasvaccine.gov/. Call the clinic ahead of time. We can do this for you if needed.

Also, good to have your county health department address and phone number.

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