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Intersection of policy and Immunization Information Systems (IIS).
Lara A Heersema1, Luke Cunniff2, Amanda L Eiden1
1Merck & Co., Inc, 351 North Sumneytown Pike, North Wales, PA, 19454, USA.
BMC Public Health
|September 20, 2023
Summary
Immunization information systems (IIS) policies have advanced, improving vaccine uptake. However, data gaps and limited interoperability still hinder the full potential of these vital public health databases.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Informatics
- Health Policy
Background:
- Immunization Information Systems (IIS) are crucial confidential, population-based databases for tracking vaccination records.
- IIS play a pivotal role in achieving equitable and high vaccine uptake across populations.
- Understanding the evolution of IIS policy is essential for optimizing their effectiveness.
Conclusions:
- IIS are managed at state and local levels, leading to policy and implementation variability in the US.
- This study offers a comprehensive benchmark of current IIS laws for policy stakeholders.
- Addressing data gaps and interoperability issues is crucial to fully leverage IIS for public health goals.
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