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A Providers Guide to Immunizations in Minnesota

Immunization

Laws help improve immunization rates

Immunization Laws, Rules, and Regulations (PDF: 384KB/10 pages)
This section covers federal and state laws designed to ensure that people are protected against vaccine-preventable diseases.

Vaccines for Children (VFC)
The CDC's Vaccines for Children website. Attention: Non-MDH link
Minnesota Vaccines for Children (MnVFC)
Learn more about the MnVFC program, how to become a MnVFC provider, and program requirements.

Minnesota’s Child Care and School Immunization Law
Information on Minnesota's immunization laws for children and adults enrolled in child care, school, and college settings.
Sharing Immunization Data in Minnesota
Minnesota Statutes, Section 144.3351. Attention: Non-MDH link
Developing Immunization Materials
Minnesota Statutes 121A.15. Attention: Non-MDH link
Signed Consent to Vaccinate
Minnesota Statutes, Section 144.341, 144.342, 144.343, and 144.344
Attention: Non-MDH links
Professional Responsibilities Defined by Minnesota Law
Links to professional associations and their responsbilities as defined by law. Attention: Non-MDH links
Immunizations Required for Immigrants and Refugees
Resources on immigrant and refugee health from the CDC. Attention: Non-MDH link
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Guidance on national health information privacy standards under HIPAA. Attention: Non-MDH link
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
More about the federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. Attention: Non-MDH link
Bloodborne Pathogens and Needlestick Prevention
Answers to frequently asked questions about bloodborne pathogens from the Office of Occupational Heatlh and Safety. Attention: Non-MDH link