ACIP Recommendations for Adult Pneumococcal Immunization
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The incidence of pneumococcal disease in the U.S. is highest in adults over the age of 65 years. These patients also have more serious disease and medical costs due to hospitalization than younger adults. However, rates of pneumococcal vaccinations in older adults are suboptimal and fall below established goals despite available recommendations and awareness campaigns. In light of their patient-centered focus and accessibility, pharmacists can play an integral in improving vaccination rates by counseling patients and ensuring receipt of recommended pneumococcal vaccines. |
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Expiration |
Jan 31, 2018 |
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Discipline(s) |
Pharmacy CPE |
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Format |
Online, Webinar / Webcast / Video |
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Credits / Hours |
.75 |
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Accreditation |
ACPE |
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Presenters / Authors / Faculty |
Andrea Pallotta, PharmD, BCPS; Michelle Rager, BA, PharmD |
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Sponsors / Supporters / Grant Providers |
This activity is supported by an educational grant from Pfizer, Inc. |
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Keywords / Search Terms |
ACHL Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, Immunization, ACIP, vaccine, vaccination, pharmacy, pharmacist, pneumococcal, adult, older, updated, recommendations, discuss, refer, administer, administer, counsel, role, requirements, strategy, expand, address Free CE CME |
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