Real Time Immunization Monitoring System (RTIMS)

Information for
Influenza Vaccine Recipients

Thank you for your interest in sharing your flu vaccine experience; the information you provide will
help us monitor influenza vaccine safety across the United States.

With support from the CDC, we have created an automated internet-based system that will follow-up
on any self-reported adverse symptoms to influenza vaccine after vaccination.

What is this project about?

Our project aims to enhance existing monitoring of vaccine safety across the United States. We have created an automated web-based system that will ask you how you have been feeling after your seasonal vaccination over the course of several weeks.

What will I have to do?

If you agree to participate at www.myflushot.org, you will be asked to complete an online survey that asks a series of questions including demographic information, influenza vaccine history, type of influenza vaccine received, and any medical problems you may have developed since vaccination.

The initial survey will take 3 to 4 minutes to complete, with two short follow-up online surveys at 1 week and 6 weeks after vaccination.

Is there any compensation for me?

Unfortunately, no. However, your responses will help us in ensuring that this year’s seasonal influenza vaccines remain safe and effective.

How long will this take?

The online questionnaire will only take 3 to 4 minutes.

Will I receive unwanted calls?

No. You will only be called if you have given us permission to contact you. Your personal information will not be disclosed to anyone.

How do I get started?

Click the button below to access the survey.

This page was last updated on September 26, 2011