Press Releases
The purpose of this memo is to remind local health department (LHD) staff about the upcoming 2026 Annual Immunization Assessment. This assessment will review NCIR records of children, 24 through 35 months old, who are active in each LHD and those who live in each county.
All North Carolina public schools, including charter schools, are required annually to report on the status of Health Assessments for those students who are enrolling for the first time in a North Carolina public or charter school (§ 130A-441(c)), and the immunization status of all students in kindergarten, seventh, and twelfth grade (G.S. 130A-155(c)).
All North Carolina public, private, and religious schools are required annually to report on the immunization status of all students in kindergarten, seventh grade, and twelfth grade (G.S. 130A-155(c)).
This email outlines updated procedures for receiving vaccine shipments and addressing shipment-related concerns. Please review this information carefully to ensure orders are received without unnecessary delays.
We are reaching out regarding the recent confirmation of multiple rabies cases in baby goats associated with a mobile petting zoo operating out of Iredell County. These animals may have been in contact with people at private and public events across several counties between July 28 and August 27, 2026. Individuals who may have been exposed are being directed to contact their local health department to assess their need for post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP).
This memo is to inform North Carolina Immunization Program (NCIP) providers of the anticipated availability of influenza vaccine and the ordering process for the 2026-2027 respiratory season. Please take time to carefully review this memo in full. Although details are still being finalized, we are providing this overview of current plans to support your preparations for the upcoming flu season.
As we prepare for the upcoming 2026-2027 COVID-19 ordering season, we’d like to share an important update regarding the availability of the 2025-2026 COVID-19 vaccine formulation through the remainder of the 2025-2026 season.
North Carolina Immunization Program (NCIP) has resumed data exchange onboarding activities, effective immediately.
The purpose of this memo is to inform NCIP-enrolled providers about ordering timelines and administration start dates for the maternal RSV vaccine ABRYSVO® and the monoclonal antibody (mAb) products Beyfortus® (nirsevimab) and ENFLONSIA™ (clesrovimab) for the upcoming RSV season.
Please be advised that an update to the NCIP ServiceNow Portal is scheduled for Wednesday, July 22 between 6:00 PM-8:00 PM. Changes will appear in the portal starting Thursday, July 23.