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How the Rise in US Pharmacy Deserts Impacts Patients’ Health

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1 Alongside pharmacies shutting their doors at unprecedented rates, 2 pharmacy deserts have become increasingly prominent, especially in vulnerable and underserved communities. They're providing clinical advice, testing, immunizations, and many other necessary services to maintain good health. April 28, 2025. Subscribe Now!

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Q&A: Pharmacist Highlights Challenges in Vaccine Information Navigation Amid Changing Recommendations

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She highlighted the challenges of maintaining accurate, transparent vaccine guidance, focusing on the importance of trusted health care providers helping patients understand immunization strategies. Drug Topics: What will be the likely impacts of this change that pharmacists will need to communicate with their patients?

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Pneumococcal Vaccine Patient Education: What Pharmacists Should Know and Share

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Panelists discuss how pharmacists should educate patients about pneumococcal vaccines by providing current vaccine information statements (VIS) updated May 29, 2025, explaining common adverse effects like injection site reactions and mild systemic symptoms as normal immune responses, conducting thorough pre-vaccination screening for moderate-to-severe (..)

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Is Your Pharmacy Showing Up Where Today’s Patients Are Searching?

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August 6, 2025 By Brian Nowosielski Ginny Langbehn Commentary Video Sponsored Content From Scripts to Screens: AAP’s Ginny Langbehn Shares Winning Digital Strategies for Independent Pharmacies In today’s digital-first world, being visible online is no longer optional for independent pharmacies—it’s essential.

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Gaps Remain in MOUD Access Across Opioid Treatment Programs

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March 18, 2025. Accessed June 30, 2025. Importance of Communication in Buprenorphine Initiation | APhA 2025. March 25, 2025. Accessed June 30, 2025. Drug Topics. Nowosielski B. Drug Topics.

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Dispensing Leadership: Adding Value Through Meaningful Connections

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Recent Videos Related Content Q&A: Community Pharmacies Help Increase Immunization Convenience, Uptake Brian Nowosielski ; Hashim Zaibak, PharmD August 4th 2025 Article Hashim Zaibak, PharmD, CEO of Hayat Pharmacy, discussed how immunization services at his pharmacy locations have evolved since the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Q&A: Expert Highlights Importance of Trusted Sources for Vaccine Information

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Further, she underscored the need for continued patient education, transparent communication, and a commitment to evidence-based medical guidance in an increasingly complex health care environment. Health care professionals emphasize patient education and reliable information in the evolving vaccine recommendation landscape.