Enhancing Immunization Rates through Pharmacist Involvement

Abstract

Pharmacists and student pharmacists have the potential to improve immunization rates in many communities and patient populations. Pharmacists, in particular, are expected to play a valuable role in increasing adult vaccination rates. Therefore, evidence-based and relevant strategies to confirm immunization history, recommend necessary vaccines, and then efficiently and effectively provide these vaccines are of importance. Such strategies can greatly increase patient, caregiver, and healthcare provider confidence in vaccination and vaccination recommendations.