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

Drug Topics

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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Building Patient Trust: Identifying Patients Eligible for Pneumococcal Vaccination

Drug Topics

Panelists discuss how pharmacists can systematically identify eligible patients through team-based approaches involving technicians and student pharmacists who can query databases by age (50+) and high-risk conditions or medications, while addressing common barriers identified in research including insurance coverage, patient willingness, eligibility (..)

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

Drug Topics

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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CDC Clarifies That Kids May Receive COVID-19 Vaccine Through Shared Clinical Decision-Making

Pharmacy Times

The CDC has updated its COVID-19 vaccine guidance for children and pregnant individuals, sparking a debate among health experts and concerns over insurance coverage.

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

STAT

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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The Changing Landscape of Pharmacy Accessibility

Pharmacy Times

These deserts reduce access to critical health care services, such as vaccinations, health screenings, and point-of-care testing. The lack of access to immunization services may lead to lower vaccination rates and vulnerabilities to infectious diseases in these communities.

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The Lifesaving Role of Continuous Glucose Monitors and Wearable Devices

Pharmacy Times

The most common concerns include the following 1,3-5 : • Cost and insurance barriers: Affordability remains a major barrier, as patients have difficulty accessing CGMs due to high out-of-pocket costs or limited insurance coverage.