Pharmacists Play Key Role In Covid-19 Vaccines

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Academics are of the opinion that making use of the network of pharmacists is pivotal in the quest for herd immunisation against Covid-19.

Period9 Nov 2020

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  • TitleRetail Coverage
    Media name/outletRetail Pharmacy
    Duration/Length/Size2 pages
    Country/TerritoryAustralia
    Date9/11/20
    DescriptionAcademics are of the opinion that making use of the network of pharmacists is pivotal in the quest for herd immunisation against Covid-19.

    A literature review “Protecting the Herd: Why Pharmacists Matter in Mass Vaccination”, conducted by the University of Tasmania and the University of Canberra looked at Australian healthcare workforce capability and existing policy for mass vaccination and the potential role of the pharmacist.

    The research, published in the journal Pharmacy, reveals that the pandemic has underscored the significance of pharmacies and pharmacists to the Australian healthcare system and public health.

    It has also underscored the critical need for the government to consider Australia’s healthcare workforce in preparation for mass vaccination, according to the authors.
    Producer/AuthorRetail Pharmacy
    PersonsMary BUSHELL, Mark NAUNTON