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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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STAT+: Insurance coverage of vaccines at risk in RFK Jr.’s reshuffling of CDC’s vaccine advisers

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to remove and replace all members of the government’s independent vaccine advisory committee doesn’t just change how the nation will approach vaccine policy. Kennedy Jr. It could also take money out of Americans’ wallets. Continue to STAT+ to read the full story…

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CDC advisory panel opts for a go-slow approach on expanding usage of RSV vaccines

STAT

Makers of RSV vaccines for older adults saw their plans to try to expand usage hit a significant hurdle on Wednesday, when an expert committee that advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on vaccines recommended changes that will likely see fewer older adults qualify for insurance coverage for these products.

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Implications of RFK Jr.’s CDC Vaccine Committee Overhaul for the Pharmaceutical Industry

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s CDC Vaccine Committee Overhaul for the Pharmaceutical Industry June 10, 2025 By Christopher Cole News Article The dismissal of all 17 members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has far-reaching impacts for the industry and beyond. ACIP plays a foundational role in shaping immunization policy in the US.

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Are COVID vaccines still free?

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During the COVID-19 pandemic, broad immunization was key, so the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provided funding for free vaccines. That means people had to rely on their insurance plan for coverage. How much does the COVID vaccine cost without insurance?

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Ambulatory Care Pharmacists Help Decrease A1c Levels in Primary Care Program | ADA 2025

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Leveraging Washington State's progressive pharmacist scope, which allows direct billing to Medicaid and commercial insurances, the program demonstrated the potential of integrating clinical pharmacists into primary care settings.