Immunizations
- I'm traveling out of the country soon. What sort of immunizations might I need?
- Do you offer tuberculosis skin tests?
- Do you carry the HPV vaccine?
- Do you carry the shingles (Zostavax) vaccine?
- Is there mercury in any of the vaccines for children offered by the Central District Health Department?
- Where are your offices located?
- How do I access my immunization records?
- Do you offer college required vaccines?
- How do I get a password for IRIS?
- What is the fax number I would use to request immunizations records?
- Can I (the parent) access my child immunization records using IRIS?
I'm traveling out of the country soon. What sort of immunizations might I need?
Our Immunization Department has personnel specially trained in providing you with the international travel vaccinations you may need. Contact Immunizations at the Central District Health Department office nearest you to schedule an appointment.
Do you offer tuberculosis skin tests?
Yes, we do offer tuberculosis skin tests at all three of our offices. Visit our Immunization Department at the Central District Health Department nearest you to schedule an appointment.
Do you carry the HPV vaccine?
Yes, we offer the Human Papillomavirus or HPV vaccine through our Immunization Department. More information on this vaccine and many others can be found on our website. To schedule an appointment please contact Immunizations at the Central District Health Department office nearest you.
Do you carry the shingles (Zostavax) vaccine?
Yes, we offer the shingles vaccine for clients 60 years of age and older. To schedule an appointment please contact Immunizations at the Central District Health office nearest you.
Is there mercury in any of the vaccines for children offered by the Central District Health Department?
- Children's health and safety is the top priority of Central District Health and the Idaho Immunization Program. Today there are no children's vaccines being administered in Idaho that contain mercury. Thimerosal, the mercury-containing preservative that was widely used in vaccines, is no longer present in any childhood vaccines, except flu vaccine.
- Studies have never shown that mercury at the level contained in vaccines causes any kind of neurological problems.
- Thimerosal is being taken out of vaccines for two reasons. First, single-dose vials have largely replaced multi-dose vials in the United States. Therefore the risk of contamination with bacteria or fungi is much lower. Second, other preservatives that don't contain any mercury can be used in some cases.
- If you're considering not vaccinating your children because of fears of potential side effects you might want to think again. When you choose not to vaccinate your child you put the child and others at risk of contracting a disease that could be dangerous or deadly. Consider measles. One out of every 30 children that get measles gets pneumonia. For every thousand that get the measles one or two will die.
Where are your offices located?
Click here for our locations.
How do I access my immunization records?
If you have received immunizations through the Central District Health Department it should be pretty easy to get a copy of your immunizations records. Contact the Central District Health Department Immunizations office closest to you and ask for a copy of your records.
Idaho's Immunization Reminder Information System (IRIS) is another quick way to track down your child's immunization records. Simply notify your child's primary care physician. For more information on IRIS visit our website.
Do you offer college required vaccines?
Yes, Central District Health Department offers vaccines for all age groups. In fact, if you're heading to college and need blood titers (proof of immunity) or simply need immunization boosters we can help. Contact the Central District Health Department Immunizations office nearest you for an appointment.
How do I get a password for IRIS?
To get a password, or have one reset, call Leanna Davis, IRIS Provider Liaison, at 208-327-8548.
What is the fax number I would use to request immunizations records?
Request for medical records can go 208-327-8554, from there the case will be assigned to one of the Immunizations staff.
Can I (the parent) access my child immunization records using IRIS?
No, IRIS is a secure website which only allows access to approved providers (child care, school nurse, physicians, health departments, and hospitals). Parents should contact their physicians office and request a copy of their child's immunization records.
