Immunization, Office of
Mission
To prevent and control vaccine-preventable disease in Rhode Island.
What we do
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Coordinate various immunization programs throughout Rhode Island.
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Improve and sustain vaccination coverage levels.
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Track vaccine returns/waste in order to stay under the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention allowance of 5% annually.
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Ensure that vaccine providers comply with Vaccines for Children (VFC) program requirements through performance site visits.
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Maintain effective systems for vaccine quality assurance.
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Provide community and school-based vaccination programs.
Accomplishments
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High immunization rates and #1 immunization coverage rates for HPV.
Our Programs
Our Services
Rhode Island Department of Health