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Expansion of Mila-e Vaccination Services

Mila-bo, a company based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, is set to expand its digital pre-registration service for vaccinations, known as Mila-e in the city of Minami-Uonuma, Niigata Prefecture. Starting in April 2026, the service will include two new vaccine types: the combined vaccine and the HPV vaccine (used for cervical cancer prevention). This enhancement aims to provide more comprehensive healthcare services to families with children.

Background of the Service

In October 2024, Minami-Uonuma City will roll out a comprehensive municipal portal app developed in collaboration with Mila-bo and Eye Movic, known as the Minami-Uonuma Comprehensive Resident Portal. Concurrently, there will be the implementation of Mila-bo's mila-e Child Health Handbook App and the mila-e Vaccination Digital Pre-Registration Service. This integration will further streamline the healthcare experience for parents and guardians across the city.

Since the launch of the Mila-e Vaccination service, many parents have appreciated the ease and convenience of using digital pre-registration for vaccinations. The latest announcement sheds light on the planned expansion of the service, which will now cater to a wider range of vaccines.

Details of the Expanded Services

Target Vaccines

The vaccines that will now be included in the Mila-e service are:

• - All types of A-category regular vaccinations (excluding the RS virus vaccine).
• - The combined vaccine and HPV vaccine will be newly available from April 2026.

Who Can Use the Service

The service is available to parents and guardians of children eligible for the target vaccinations residing in Minami-Uonuma City. Participants can easily register by scanning the QR code embedded in the announcement sent out by the local government.

How to Use

Users will be guided through the registration process via a QR code found on notifications from the city. This simplifies the entire pre-registration process, ensuring parents can manage their children's vaccination schedules without the hassle of paperwork.

Contact Information

If you are a resident of Minami-Uonuma City or a healthcare institution needing assistance, please contact:
Health Promotion Division
Tel: 025-773-6811

Overview of Mila-e Vaccination

The Mila-e Vaccination service digitizes the registration process and pre-registration forms related to vaccinations, allowing users to submit forms and check vaccination records through their devices, including smartphones, tablets, and PCs.
This three-way collaboration between the municipality, healthcare providers, and guardians enables real-time updates to vaccination records, relieving burdens on all parties involved. Furthermore, it enhances safety by preventing vaccination errors and ensuring prompt follow-up for those who may have missed vaccinations.

Development and Implementation

The system was developed following pilot projects with the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry, as well as the Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare. The updates are rooted in technologies derived from the Vaccination Record System and the COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate App, focusing predominantly on the vaccination needs of infants and young children.

List of Municipalities Implementing the Service

Some municipalities that have adopted the Mila-e service include:

• - Ashikaga City, Tochigi Prefecture

(Press Release)

• - Tochigi City, Tochigi Prefecture

(Press Release)

• - Yakage Town, Okayama Prefecture

(Press Release)

• - Saijo City, Ehime Prefecture

(Press Release)

Information for Other Municipalities

Mila-bo is available to conduct individual briefings for any municipalities interested in adopting the Mila-e Vaccination Service.

For inquiries, please visit Mila-bo Inquiries or request our brochures at Mila-bo Brochure.

For direct communication via phone, contact Mila-bo at:
Mila-e Vaccination Department
Tel: 03-6821-8600

Conclusion

With a mission to innovate and provide essential public services through technology, Mila-bo continues to expand its offerings in the health sector. By improving accessibility to vaccinations, they are contributing positively to public health standards in Japan, particularly for the welfare of families with young children.