Description: Internet-based immunization registry and Website that offers both patient and provider portals, enhancing compliance initiatives. The registry is HIPAA compliant, and has HL-7 and XML import and export capability. The Website is bilingual, offering educational content in English and Spanish. Efficacy was validated in a randomized trial among patients, and functionality was validated by the Illinois Department of Public Health. The registry was found to meet or exceed 100% of U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) requirements. The patient education Website had a long-term positive effect on parents’ attitudes about immunizations in a two-year study involving over 500 parents.

Funding:National Institute of Child Health & Human Development R3HD36123A and R4HD36123B

Target Population:Parents of children, clinics, physician practices, state and federal agencies

Efficacy Test: Two-year study among 500 parents, validated by the Illinois Department of Public Health; meets or exceeds 100% of U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) requirements.

Outcomes: Long-term positive effect on parents’ attitudes about immunizations; meets/exceeds CDC requirements