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<regulation prefix="Regulation" num=".07" citation="COMAR 10.06.03.07" title_num="10" subtitle_num="06" chapter_num="03" heading="Permissible Use of ImmuNet Information.">
  <text>Information in ImmuNet may be used by authorized users for the following purposes:</text>
  <paragraph num="A.">
    <text>To provide coordinated immunization services, including sending reminder notices to individuals who need immunizations;</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="B.">
    <text>To obtain an individual immunization history;</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="C.">
    <text>To identify geographic areas or population groups who are underimmunized;</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="D.">
    <text>To compile aggregate information and distribute statistical reports on the status of immunizations in geographic areas and population groups;</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="E.">
    <text>To assist in the management of State and local immunization programs;</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="F.">
    <text>To monitor the safety of vaccines;</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="G.">
    <text>To assess compliance with immunization requirements by monitoring admissions to:</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>Schools;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>Institutions of higher learning; and</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(3)">
      <text>Child care facilities; and</text>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="H.">
    <text>For any other purpose that the Secretary deems necessary to prevent the spread of communicable diseases or assess the safety or effectiveness of vaccines in accordance with Health-General Article, §18-109(c), Annotated Code of Maryland.</text>
  </paragraph>
</regulation>