Florida SHOTS Blog
The latest news and updates from the Florida SHOTS team.
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Florida SHOTS: Accuracy Counts
Double check your data before liftoff Florida SHOTS is only as useful as the data that's in it. Do your part to keep our database error free; always double check to make sure your manual entries and uploads are complete. Data Quality Training Florida SHOTS provider training is free, online, and self-paced. Participate in live trainings, watch recorded webinars, or consult training guides to learn how to properly monitor data upload.
Florida SHOTS Live Webinar: VFC FAQS
We understand that users may have questions about specific Vaccines for Children (VFC) functions within the Florida SHOTS. During this webinar, we will review how to add/edit calibration certificates to your vaccine storage units, add VFC function access to user accounts, complete inventory adjustments, and address inventory discrepancies during the ordering process. Click on the below date (in EST) to register. Thursday, November 3, 12:30pm Tuesday, November 8, 12:30pm * SPANISH Wednesday, November 16, 12:00pm
NEW Florida SHOTS FAQ Videos
We understand you are busy and need quick, on-demand training options for common functions in Florida SHOTS. You can now access under 5-minute video in both English and Spanish covering frequently asked questions. We will be adding new topics each month.
Vaccines for Children (VFC) Flu Vaccines
Influenza vaccines are being shipped to providers who completed the seasonal pre-book in Florida SHOTS. If you did not pre-book, you may contact the VFC Program at FloridaVFC@flhealth.gov to request doses be placed in pre-book for you. Please include your VFC PIN. Flu vaccine orders will not be available for ordering in Florida SHOTS, but the order status can be tracked on your Order Requests page. Once all providers have received half of their pre-book flu vaccines, the remaining vaccine doses should be requested through Florida SHOTS by using the Order Requests page. At that time, those providers who did not pre-book may request flu vaccines. Instructions for submitting your order can be found HERE. Also available in Spanish.
NEW PASSWORD REQUIREMENTS
As of October 8, 2022, new Florida SHOTS passwords must have the following parameters: Must be 10 to 30 characters long Must contain at least 1 lower-case, 1 upper-case, 1 number and 1 special character Cannot contain common password words such as “password”, “admin”, “12345”, etc Cannot contain more than 4 of the same repeating characters Cannot contain your system user ID Cannot be any of the previous 3 password used or any password used in the last 90 days Users will need to use new requirements when the system prompts them to update their password.
Florida SHOTS Live Webinar: Placing VFC and COVID-19 Vaccine Orders
Whether you are new to placing Vaccines for Children (VFC) or COVID-19 vaccine orders, or you just need a refresher, we've got you covered! During this webinar we will demonstrate how to place vaccine orders. Additionally, we'll review the Shots Recorded Report to assist with inventory reconciliation. Click on the below date (in EST) to register. Thursday, October 6, 12:30pm Wednesday, October 12, 12:30pm* Spanish Wednesday, October 19, 12:00pm
COVID-19 Vaccine Information
Stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccine information available on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) website. You can review each of the COVID-19 vaccines including administration, storage and handling, and Emergency Use Authorization fact sheets for recipients. Access resource page.
Florida SHOTS Live Webinar for Data Upload Participants
We encourage data upload participants to check your Upload Log Reports to ensure that your vaccine records are uploading properly to the registry. In this monthly webinar, our Florida SHOTS data upload team will cover everything you need to know to monitor your uploads for errors, review your transaction history, and make sure your records are complete, current, and correct. Click on the below date (in EST) to register. Wednesday, September 21, 2:00pm Thursday, September 29, 12:30pm