Jennifer Gershman, PharmD, CPh, PACS

Recommending and administering vaccines is a critical part of medication therapy management.

Particularly during summer months, counsel patients about sunscreen recommendations and drug-induced photosensitivity prevention strategies.

Administering influenza, COVID-19, and RSV immunizations at the same time may improve vaccine uptake.

OTC saliva substitutes and avoiding alcohol can help alleviate dry mouth symptoms.

As summer heats up, pharmacists can provide travel vaccines and other recommendations.

Pharmacists can counsel patients and educate the health care team about the risks of pharmacologically caused illnesses.

Pharmacists can perform MTM consultations and provide clinical recommendations to the health care team.

Educating patients about the nutrition facts label and integrating food pharmacies are examples of pharmacist opportunities.

Educating patients about lifestyle modifications is a critical part of preventing cerebrovascular events.

Identifying drug-related problems is a vital component of medication therapy management.

Adding HIV/AIDS to core chronic diseases is a key change.

Promoting antimicrobial stewardship and providing patient education are examples of strategies to prevent antimicrobial resistance.

Incorporating the teach-back method and providing patient handouts expand health knowledge.

Influenza, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines are a critical part of MTM services

Examples include reviewing antibiotic doses, identifying drug-drug interactions, and implementing fall prevention strategies.

Opportunities may be found in community and ambulatory care settings

Providing immunization coadministration and assisting with insurance coverage are strategies to improve access.

Staying updated on travel vaccines and applying sunscreen are examples of summer health counseling tips

Read the Drug Facts Label to Learn More About OTC Medications.

Pharmacists play an important—and expanding—role in women’s health care.

Providing evidence-based literature and resolving medication-related problems are strategies for improving acceptance of clinical recommendations

Promote healthy strategies such as appropriate aspirin therapy and enhanced blood pressure control

Continuing education and networking can help pharmacists stay current with the profession

Multiple sclerosis and pulmonary arterial hypertension are disease states expected to have new medications in the upcoming year

Comprehensive medication reviews and drug interaction assessments are examples of clinical interventions

Free apps can help patients track cravings, monitor triggers, and stay motivated

Developing writing samples and networking are examples of strategies for students to develop their skills in medical writing.

American Pharmacists Month is an important time to recognize pharmacists who are innovators in medication therapy management

Pharmacists play a vital role in providing education and administering influenza, COVID-19, and RSV Vaccines

Pharmacists can provide important safety education to patients and health care professionals.