This activity includes immunizations credit.
This activity was originally broadcast as a live virtual symposium during the 13th annual Directions in Pharmacy® conference series.
Program Description
Vaccination is one of the most cost-effective means to improve the health of patients and avoid certain diseases. However, some vaccine-preventable illnesses are reemerging in the United States due to unvaccinated individuals living in areas with low vaccination rates. In addition to increased complications and reduced quality of life, the economic burden associated with vaccine-preventable diseases must also be considered. Despite recommendations and available vaccinations, barriers to immunization among older adults still exist, and the CDC estimates that 3 in 4 adults are missing 1 or more routinely recommended vaccines. Pharmacists can provide pertinent information to assist patients in making informed decisions on immunizations while discussing the risks and benefits. This program will provide pharmacists with information on updated guideline recommendations and vaccination schedules. Actionable strategies pharmacists can implement to address vaccine hesitancy, improve communication, and provide solutions to overcome barriers to vaccination to increase vaccine uptake and confidence in their communities will also be discussed.
Target Audience: Health system pharmacists and retail pharmacists
Type of Activity: Application
Release date: June 21, 2023
Expiration date: June 21, 2024
Time to complete activity: 1.0 hour
Fee: Free
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Explain the importance of providing widespread immunization against vaccine-preventable diseases and recommending vaccines according to approved schedules
- Investigate barriers to vaccination coverage and approaches to address these obstacles
- Examine strategies to improve awareness and uptake of vaccines and encourage completion of vaccine series
- Identify ways to increase vaccine confidence and have an open dialogue with patients on the importance of vaccines
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