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The right vaccinations for back to school

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MADISON (WKOW) --  Some last-minute health reminders for parents.

Make sure your children's vaccines are up-to-date before you send them back to school.

Pre-schoolers need DTP for Diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis; a booster for measles, mumps and rubella.

For middle school, a meningococcal vaccine and a tetanus booster.

For high schoolers, doctors recommend screening for substance abuse, screening for depression and an annual physical.

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