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What’s Behind the Wisconsin Immunization Registry? Silence From Officials Is Unworkable In recent years, Wisconsin’s immunization registry has become a crucial tool in public health, helping track vaccination rates, allocate resources, and combat disease outbreaks. Yet behind this critical system lies a complex mix of governance, transparency, data privacy concerns, and strained public trust—particularly highlighted by years of silence from state officials when it comes to explaining the registry’s operations. This growing silence from authorities is not only unworkable but poses serious risks to public health preparedness and community confidence. ### Why the Wisconsin Immunization Registry Matters The Wisconsin Immunization Registry (WIR)—officially known as the Wisconsin Immunization Information System (WIIS)—is designed to securely track vaccination records for all state residents. By maintaining comprehensive, real-time data, health officials can identify unvaccinated populations, monitor disease outbreaks such as measles or pertussis, and ensure children and vulnerable groups receive timely immunizations. WIR supports equitable healthcare delivery and strengthens outbreak response by enabling rapid targeting of immunization efforts.