Immunizations & Idaho Immunization Reminder Information System (IRIS)
What can Parents do?
Immunizations are the most important thing parents can do to protect their children from harmful diseases. A few ways to help ensure the health of your child are:
- Make sure your child receives regular well-baby check-ups.
Well baby check-ups coincide with the recommended immunization schedule and are a great time to discuss any questions regarding recommended immunizations. - Schedule a 12 month well-baby chekc-up prior to your child's first birthday.
- Schedule your child's 5 year well-child check-up prior to kindergarten registration.
How do I keep track of my child's shots?
IRIS is a statewide, confidential, secure, and voluntary immunization registry for people of all ages. IRIS makes your immunization record readily retrievable in case your immunization record is lost or you changte healthcare providers. If you would like yourself or your child enrolled in IRIS, please complete an IRIS consent form available from your healthcare provider or local health department.
Immunization Fact Sheets (provided by CDC)
Guide to the Requirements of the Idaho School Immunization Law for Grades K-12
SDHD Release/Disclosure Form (pdf
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Informational websites:
- Recommended Immunization Schedule (CDC)
- Parents Guide to Childhood Immunization (CDC)
- Frequently asked questions about childhood immunization (information for parents)
National Network for Immunization Information (NNii) - Common concerns about vaccines
Vaccine Education Center of the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - National Immunization Program (CDC)
For more information, contact:
Kelley Tillotson, RN
(208) 239-5219