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 Hawaii.
General Information
Hawaii's IIS is the Hawaii Immunization Registry (HIR), 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 HIR. For more information, please see Hawaii Revised Statutes § 325-122.
Child Consent to Participate
For children, HIR requires implicit consent with opt-out by law. Children are included in the IIS unless their parent(s)/guardian(s) choose to opt them out.
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Adult Consent to Participate
For adults, HIR requires implicit consent with opt-out by law. Adults are included in the IIS unless they choose to opt out.
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Provider Reporting
Hawaii does not have a mandate for vaccination providers to report immunizations to HIR. The reporting policy:
- Establishes voluntary provider reporting.
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Data Sharing
Hawaii does have a policy that regulates sharing data from HIR with other public health entities. The data sharing policy:
- Requires that the data are only used for public health or other specific purposes.