What to know
Immunization information systems (IIS) are confidential, population-based, computerized databases that record all immunization doses administered by participating providers to persons residing within a given geopolitical area. This information details how to access immunization records for vaccine recipients who received a vaccine in New Hampshire.
General Information
New Hampshire's IIS is called NHIIS, and it includes immunization records for vaccine recipients of all ages. Visit this webpage to learn more about the IIS.
The jurisdiction is authorized by law to operate NHIIS. For more information, please see New Hampshire Revised Statutes § 141-C-20-f(I).
Child Consent to Participate
For children, NHIIS requires explicit consent with opt-in by law. Parent(s)/guardian(s) must give explicit consent, or opt in, for their children to participate in the IIS.
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Adult Consent to Participate
For adults, NHIIS requires explicit consent with opt-in by law. Adults must give explicit consent, or opt in, to participate in the IIS.
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Provider Reporting
New Hampshire does not have a mandate for vaccination providers to report immunizations to NHIIS. The reporting policy:
- Establishes voluntary provider reporting.
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Data Sharing
New Hampshire does have a policy that regulates sharing data from NHIIS with other public health entities. The data sharing policy:
- Requires a data use/sharing agreement or memorandum of understanding and
- Allows only deidentified data or nonidentifying summary statistics to be shared.