Programs and Tools
Includes Activities and Software
Programs/Activities:
- IIS (Immunization Information Systems/Registries)
- VFC (Vaccines for Children Program)
- VTrckS (Vaccine Tracking System)
- Global Immunizations & Vaccinations
- STOP (Stop Transmission of Polio)
- Immunization Program Evaluation (IPE)
- VMBIP (Vaccine Management Business Improvement Project)
- VACMAN (Vaccine Management System)
Tools/Software:
Programs / Activities
The mission of the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD) is the prevention of disease, disability, and death through immunization and by control of respiratory and related diseases.
The following programs are challenged with effectively balancing our efforts in the domestic and global arenas as well as accommodating the specific needs of all populations at risk of vaccine preventable diseases from children to older adults. Also listed below are a few of the tools and software offered in support of immunization practices.
Immunization Information Systems (IIS)
Immunization Information Systems (IIS) (previously called Registries) helps providers and families by consolidating immunization info into one reliable source... more
Vaccines For Children (VFC)
VFC helps families by providing free vaccines to doctors who serve eligible children and is administered at the national level by the CDC... more
Vaccine Tracking System (VTrckS)
The VaccineTracking System (VTrckS) allows health care providers to order their vaccine online. It evaluates those orders against specific guidelines set by grantees (i.e., state, local, and territorial health departments) and the CDC.... more
Global Immunizations and Vaccinations
Through Initiatives, CDC provides technical assistance to host governments to help plan, implement, and evaluate immunization programs, including operations research, and provides funds to purchase bundled vaccine for mass vaccination campaigns.
Stop Transmission of Polio (STOP)
The global effort to eradicate polio is the largest public health initiative in history. The initiative was established in 1988... more
Immunization Program Evaluation (IPE)
For grantees: A systematic investigation of the structure, activities, or outcomes of public health programs. IPE explores whether immunization activities are implemented as planned and outcomes have occurred as intended, and why...
- Immunization Program Evaluation Resources
IPE Guide, IPE Timeline, IPE Template, etc. - Evaluation Presentations
- CDC Evaluation Framework and Self-study Guide
Vaccine Management Business Improvement Project (VMBIP)
The Vaccine Management Business Improvement Project (VMBIP) represents the effort to improve current vaccine management processes... more
Vaccine Management System (VACMAN)
VACMAN is a database management system used by 59 state, city, and territorial government Immunization Programs (called Projects).
Tools / Software
Assessment, Feedback, Incentives, and Exchange (AFIX)
AFIX is a strategy to raise immunization coverage levels and standards of practices at the provider level...more
- AFIX Standards
Document for use by AFIX Coordinators to develop, manage and evaluate an AFIX Program. - The Core Elements for AFIX Training and Implementation
Step by step instructions on how to implement AFIX. - Immunization Project Contact Information
Lists the local contacts - View all...
Comprehensive Clinic Assessment Software Application (CoCASA)
CoCASA is a tool that assesses immunization practices within a clinic, private practice, or any other environment where immunizations are provided.
Instant Childhood Immunization Scheduler
Enter your child's birth date (only for children between birth and 6 years old) to create a complete list of recommended immunizations.
- Make your own schedule (birth through six years old)
See also: Immunization Schedule - child and preteen/teen
Catch-up Immunization Scheduler
This tool can be used to determine the vaccines your child needs and is especially useful for quickly seeing missed or skipped vaccines according to the Immunization Schedule.
- Tool for determining catch-up vaccines (ONLY for children six years and younger)
See also: Printable Catch-up Immunization Schedule
Adult Immunization Scheduler
This tool once downloaded can be used to determine the vaccines you need according to the Adult Immunization Schedule.
- Tool for determining vaccines needed by adults (for those 18 years and older)
See also: Adult Immunization Schedule
Adolescent Immunization Scheduler
This tool once downloaded can be used to determine the vaccines you need according to the Adolescent Immunization Schedule.
- Tool for determining vaccines needed by adolescents (for those 7 - 18 years of age)
See also: Adolescent Immunization Schedule
Adolescent and Adult Vaccine Quiz
Did you know that certain vaccines are recommended for adults and adolescents? Take this quiz to find out which vaccines YOU may need.
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Content last reviewed on March 18, 2008
Content Source: National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases