eReferral – Supporting the Electronic Reporting of COVID-19 AEFIs

What is a COVID-19 AEFI?

A COVID-19 AEFI is an Adverse Events Following Immunization (AEFI) report specifically related to one of the COVID-19 vaccinations.

How it works

Clinicians can now report any COVID-19 AEFIs electronically, through the eReferral platform, similar to existing eReferrals. Simply follow these steps:

1. Search for the Public Health Ontario listing entitled “Adverse Event Following Immunization (AEFI) Reporting Form - COVID-19” in the Ocean Healthmap
2. Complete the eReferral form
   (Note: If you submit an electronic form, you do not need to send a fax)
3. Submit the COVID-19 AEFI report electronically
4. Your local Public Health Unit will contact you directly (by phone or fax), if required

Benefits of electronically reporting COVID-19 AEFIs

• Simplified process - Submitted directly from your integrated EMR
• Increased Efficiency - Elimination of transcription by Public Health
• Less administrative work – No need to fax the COVID-19 AEFI form

For more information on reporting a COVID-19 AEFI or about eReferral, email us at [email protected].