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Flu Vaccines Are a Go

Pharmacy Times

The shift away from thimerosal may increase the use of single-dose syringes, impacting vaccination practices in various healthcare settings. ACIP's recommendations are increasingly significant for pharmacies, influencing vaccination planning, billing, and patient care activities.

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From Pharmacy Counters to Classrooms: Building Confidence in Back-to-School Vaccinations

Pharmacy Times

Parental vaccine hesitancy, fueled by misinformation and logistical barriers, contributes to lower immunization rates and increased exemption rates. Pharmacies enhance vaccine access and education, offering convenient vaccination opportunities and personalized counseling to counter hesitancy.

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V116 Well-Tolerated With Broad Immune Responses in Pneumococcal Vaccine-Naïve Older Adults

Pharmacy Times

The vaccine showed superior immune response for unique serotypes compared to PPSV23, with higher OPA titers. Insights from the Japanese study can inform global pneumococcal vaccination strategies for older adults at increased risk.

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Expanding Pneumococcal Vaccinations to Healthy Adults Aged 50 to 64 Years Offers Significant Health, Economic Benefits

Pharmacy Times

Expanding use of the 15-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV15) or 20-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV20) to all United States adults aged 50 to 64 years would result in modest budget increases over a 3-year period.

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COVID-19 Pandemic Reduced Gaps in Pneumococcal Vaccination in Medicare Enrollees, But Lowered Overall Uptake

Pharmacy Times

Increased awareness of infectious diseases during the pandemic may have improved vaccine uptake among Medicare enrollees, while service reductions and vaccine hesitancy affected Medicaid enrollees.

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Pharmacists Can Simplify the Vaccine Schedule

Pharmacy Times

RSV vaccines are recommended for older adults and those with specific health conditions, with options like Arexvy, mResvia, and Abrysvo available. RSV vaccines are recommended for older adults and those with specific health conditions, with options like Arexvy, mResvia, and Abrysvo available.

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Shaping Pharmacy Research With Purpose and Public Impact

Pharmacy Times

The publication showcased not only the impact of CHAMP services but also the interdisciplinary growth and meaningful reflection of the students involved. It was a deeply rewarding experience as both a researcher and an educator.