Target Patient Populations for Pneumococcal Vaccines
August 16th 2024Krista D. Capehart, PharmD, BCACP, FAPhA, Dr. Capeheart outlines the patient populations for whom pneumococcal vaccines are indicated and provides a detailed explanation of the ACIP-recommended immunization schedules for these vaccines.
Empowering Pharmacists: Navigating Pediatric OTC Medications and Building Trust With Parents
August 16th 2024Key opinion leaders provide pharmacists with essential guidance on the appropriate dosing and administration of over-the-counter medications for common pediatric conditions, while equipping them with strategies to effectively counsel parents on symptom identification, condition management, and when to seek medical advice for children's health issues.
Analysis: What to Expect From CMS' Inflation Reduction Act Drug Pricing Announcement
August 16th 2024A federal and state policy expert discusses the announcement from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on the agreement to lower prices for 10 selected drugs due to the Inflation Reduction Act.
Comparing and Contrasting the Characteristics of the FDA-Approved Pneumococcal Vaccines
August 9th 2024The pneumococcal vaccination experts offer a comparative analysis of the five FDA-approved pneumococcal vaccines, focusing on their structural differences and the specific strains each vaccine targets.
Vaccination Efforts to Mitigate Pneumococcal Outbreaks
August 9th 2024The panel of healthcare professionals examines how strategic vaccination can effectively mitigate pneumococcal outbreaks, thereby reducing exposure risks to vulnerable populations in healthcare settings such as nursing homes and hospitals.
High-Risk Populations for Severe Pneumococcal Infection
August 2nd 2024Key opinion leaders identify high-risk populations for invasive pneumococcal disease, explain the underlying factors contributing to their increased susceptibility, and offer strategies to improve suboptimal vaccination rates, particularly among historically underserved communities.
BONUS: Public Health Matters - Representation, Advocacy, and Mentorship Across Race and Gender
August 1st 2024Tune into this episode of “Public Health Matters” to hear a discussion with Dr. Frank North centered around successful mentorship and advocacy for representation across minority groups in the pharmacy profession.
BONUS: Public Health Matters Video - Representation, Advocacy, and Mentorship Across Race and Gender
August 1st 2024Tune into this episode of “Public Health Matters” to hear a discussion with Dr. Frank North centered around successful mentorship and advocacy for representation across minority groups in the pharmacy profession.