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COVID-19 Statewide Standing Orders Expire December 31, 2024

The COVID-19 Statewide Standing Orders (SWSOs) authorized under North Carolina Session Law 2022-74, Sec. 9G.7.(a)-(e)and extended under Session Law 2023-65, Sec. 9G.7, will expire on December 31, 2024. No additional extensions have been provided. If providers currently use the SWSOs issued by Dr. Elizabeth Tilson, NC State Health Director, to facilitate COVID-19 vaccinations, action is required to prevent disruptions in vaccine administration. Coordinate with your lead physician or medical director to develop standing orders or protocols that will take effect by January 1, 2025. Read the memo here.

New Immunization Dashboard

The North Carolina Immunization Program (NCIP) is excited to announce the launch of a new  Kindergarten Immunization Dashboard . Local health departments, schools, and parents can use this new tool to find vaccination coverage and exemption rates across their communities, regions, and schools.

New NCIR Coming in 2025

In an effort to modernize North Carolina's immunization information system (IIS), NCDHHS is launching a new North Carolina Immunization Registry (NCIR) in 2025. The NCIR is the secure IIS database healthcare providers use to manage and report all vaccinations administered in the state. Our goal is to provide a reliable, modern platform to help providers deliver the best possible patient care.

Read more about the new NCIR here .

NC Immunization Branch Strategic Plan, 2023-2030

The North Carolina Immunization Branch released a seven-year strategic plan, beginning in 2023 and continuing through 2030. Review the strategic plan here.