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1. Can I obtain a copy of my child's immunization record?

Legal guardians can request copies of a child's immunization record until the child has turned 18 years of age. Once a child has turned 18, they are no longer considered a minor and only he or she can request the record. Records are available, free of charge, for patients who have received immunization services at the Health Department including any prior immunization history if provided to us by the patient. To request a copy, please come to the Health and Human Services building with a photo I.D. between the hours of 8 am and 5:00 pm. Monday to Friday.

If you are not local to the area, or the immunization record is being requested by a school, physician, or another healthcare facility, please call 910-798-6763 for additional options. For more information on our medical records policies, please visit Medical Records.

2. Can I obtain a copy of my child's medical records (non-immunization records)?

Due to the sensitive nature of some of our clinics, the express signed consent of a minor is required to release any record. This is to ensure that minors can feel safe getting the care they may need. Therefore, a signed medical release must be completed at our clinic by the minor prior to releasing any records to a parent or guardian. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy please visit Medical Records or call 910-798-6763 between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday.

3. How can I obtain a copy of my immunization record?

Records are available, free of charge, for patients who have received immunization services at the Health Department including prior immunization information if provided by the patient to us. To request a copy, please come to the Health Department with a photo I.D. from 8 am to 5 pm. Monday to Friday.

If you are not local to the area, or the immunization record is being requested by a school, physician or other healthcare facility, please call 910-798-6763 for additional options. For more information on our medical records policies, please visit Medical Records.

4. How can I obtain a copy of my medical records (non-immunization records)?

To request a copy of your records, please come to the Health Department with a photo I.D. between the hours of 8 am and 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday. With the exception of the tuberculin (TB) skin tests, there is a $5 fee for this service. Please note that if the records are older than 10 years they may have been purged in accordance to state purging guidelines.

If you are not local to the area please call 910-798-6763 for additional options. For more information on our medical records policies please visit Medical Records.

5. Where can I obtain a certified copy of a Birth or Death Certificate?

While Public Health does process birth and death certificates, we do not provide certified copies. These are available at the New Hanover County Register of Deeds at 320 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 and 230 Goverment Center Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403.

More information regarding birth and death certificates can be found on the Register of Deeds website.