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

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In an interview, Cherokee Layson-Wolf, PharmD, BCACP, FAPhA, professor of practice, sciences, and health outcomes research at the University of Maryland, explored the evolving landscape of vaccine recommendations, emphasizing the critical role pharmacists play in guiding patients through complex medical information.

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

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In an interview on vaccine recommendations, health care professionals expressed growing concerns about the changing landscape of medical information dissemination. Health care professionals emphasize patient education and reliable information in the evolving vaccine recommendation landscape.

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Progress in Dermatology Paves the Way for Vaccine Development

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With significant progress made in researchers’ understanding of dermatological diseases, a pathway has been made for the development of targeted vaccines, according to data published in Vaccines. 5 Throughout the past 10 years, development of vaccines for preventing skin diseases has made significant progress.

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FDA Approves GSK’s Shingles Vaccine in Prefilled Syringe

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The FDA has approved a prefilled syringe format of the recombinant zoster vaccine Shingrix for the prevention of shingles, GSK said in a release. 1 The company said approval of the new presentation was based on data that showed comparability between the new and existing version of the vaccine.

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As Health Care Continues to Evolve, Pharmacy Education Remains Essential

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Pharmacists are pivotal in patient education and counseling, moving beyond traditional dispensing to become key facilitators of personalized patient care. Their accessibility and frequent interactions with patients position them uniquely to provide in-depth information about medications. Subscribe Now!

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Q&A: How ACIP Changes Could Reshape Patient Care

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Kevin Cleveland, PharmD, professor at Idaho State University, explores the potential impacts of changes to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), highlighting concerns about shifting medical guidance and vaccine recommendations. Is this really, truly evidence-based, or is this ideology-driven recommendations?

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Pharmacists Improve Infectious Disease Outcomes, Reduce Costs

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Previous evidence has shown the unique ability of pharmacists to reduce the overall use and duration of antibiotic therapies by at least 15% among their patients. With a lack of effective communication in China’s health systems, researchers deemed implementation of a multidisciplinary collaboration model significantly difficult.