Videos

A panelist discusses how pharmacists can address vaccine hesitancy by collaborating with prescribers who recommend against vaccination through education and in-services, and by reframing patients’ concerns about being “too young or healthy” as opportunities to build robust immunity while their immune system is strong.

An expert emphasizes the importance of prompt antiviral treatment and personalized pain management for shingles—particularly in high-risk patients—while highlighting the pharmacist’s role in guiding appropriate over-the-counter care, promoting vaccination through timely conversations, and leveraging tools like immunization registries and word of mouth to improve prevention efforts.

Trisha Winroth, PharmD, highlights the critical role of vaccination in preventing shingles—especially for high-risk patients with chronic conditions—while addressing challenges such as postpandemic vaccine fatigue. She emphasizes pharmacists’ unique position to build trust, offer timely education during routine visits, and improve uptake through personalized, visually supported, and seasonally timed conversations.