Influenza, also known as the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus.
Immunizations
SHWB Primary Care provides immunizations for many vaccine-preventable diseases such as:
- Influenza
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- HPV (Human Papillomavirus)
- Meningococcal
- MMR (Measles, Mumps & Rubella)
- Polio
- Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis)
- Typhoid
For more information, review the vaccine information statements provided by the Centers for Disease Control.
Prevent seasonal flu: Get vaccinated!
The flu vaccine is a required vaccine for all JHU affiliates. The deadline to receive the vaccine and to submit it to our Vaccine Management System (VMS) is Friday November 17, 2023.
An annual seasonal flu vaccine is the best way to reduce the chances that you will get seasonal flu and lessen the chance that you will spread it to others. When more people get vaccinated against the flu, less flu can spread through that community. This is especially important for anyone with a history of asthma, as asthmatics are at increased risk of severe disease and complications from the flu.
Living in the residence halls can be a great set-up for having the flu sweep through, making students too sick to attend classes for several days. While the influenza vaccine is not 100% protective, it is one of the best things your child can do to help prevent contracting it while living on campus. Primary Care hosts flu clinics during the fall semester.
Maryland Vaccine Registry (ImmuNet) Information
ImmuNet is Maryland’s Immunization Information System (IIS), a confidential and secure database that is HIPAA compliant. It stores an individual’s vaccination records and is a web-based tool for healthcare providers and schools to keep their patients/students vaccinated on time and avoid under or over-vaccination.
You can access your Maryland ImmuNet records directly through MyIR, which stands for ‘My Immunization Record’. MyIR is a portal that allows you to access your official vaccination records online and print/download COVID-19 vaccination certificates and Smart Health Card (QR codes). Just like ImmuNet, the portal is confidential, secure, and HIPAA compliant.
- To access your vaccination record, visit the MyIR Mobile portal and register today.
- MyIR will need the following information for registration and to match your records in ImmuNet:
- First and Last Name
- Date of birth
- Gender
- Address
- Telephone number (required for authentication)
Learn how to register at MyIR with this Quick Reference Guide.
If you do not want to disclose your/your child’s immunization information to authorized users of ImmuNet, you may opt out for yourself or your child at any time by completing this Opt-Out Form. Should you decide later to rescind this opt-out and have your/your child’s information made available to your/your child’s health care provider(s) in ImmuNet, you must complete a Rescind Opt-Out Form.
To opt out, visit:https://health.maryland.gov/phpa/OIDEOR/IMMUN/Pages/optout.aspx
Washington, DC Vaccine Registry (DOCIIS) Information
The District of Columbia Immunization Information System (DOCIIS) is an internet-based system that collects, stores, tracks and monitors immunization event information across the lifespan for residents and visitors to DC. DOCIIS provides access to real-time immunization data to a range of immunization stakeholders including health care providers, pharmacies, health care payers, and schools and licensed child development centers while ensuring compliance with privacy and confidentiality standards.
References
1. National Cancer Institute: HPV and Cancer. Available at: https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/infectious-agents/hpv-and-cancer. Accessed June 17, 2021.
2. National Cancer Institute: Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccines. Available at: https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/infectious-agents/hpv-fact-sheet. Accessed June 17, 2021.
3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: About HPV. Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/hpv/parents/about-hpv.html
4. Markowitz L, et al. Human papillomavirus vaccination: recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). MMWR. 2014;63(RR-05):1-30.
5. Sonawane K, et al. Oral Human Papillomavirus Infection: Differences in Prevalence Between Sexes and Concordance With Genital Human Papillomavirus Infection, NHANES 2011 to 2014. Ann Intern Med. 2017 Nov 21;167(10):714-724.
6. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: How Many Cancers Are Linked with HPV Each Year? Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/hpv/statistics/cases.htm. Accessed June 17, 2021.
7. Gardasil®9 (Human Papillomavirus 9-valent Vaccine, Recombinant). Prescribing information. Merck & Co., Inc; Whitehouse Station, NJ.
8. Joura EA, et al. A 9-Valent HPV Vaccine Against Infection and Intraepithelial Neoplasia in Women. N Engl J Med. 2015;372(8)711-23.
9. Meites E, et al. Human Papillomavirus Vaccination for Adults: Updated Recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. MMWR. 2019;68(32):698-702.
10. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Talking to Parents about HPV Vaccine. Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/hpv/hcp/for-hcp-tipsheet-hpv.pdf. Accessed June 17, 2021.
11. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. How I Recommend Vaccination Video Series. Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/hpv/hcp/how-I-recommend.html. Accessed June 17, 2021.