COVID-19 vaccinations in German pharmacies: A survey on patient and provider satisfaction

Review Public, Environmental & Occupational Health

Pharmacy interventions on COVID-19 in Europe: Mapping current practices and a scoping review

Suzete Costa et al.

Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has made community pharmacists the frontline responders, implementing various interventions and expanding their roles. Research on pharmacy interventions on COVID-19 in Europe has shown a wide range of practices and increased powers for pharmacies. These findings have significant implications for pharmacy research, policy, and practice in future public health emergencies.

RESEARCH IN SOCIAL & ADMINISTRATIVE PHARMACY (2022)

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Article Pharmacology & Pharmacy

Roadblocks and successes in preparing COVID-19 vaccination clinics: Perspectives from pharmacy residents

Ginikannwa Ezeude et al.

Summary: This article outlines the challenges and successes in preparing separate programs for mass COVID-19 vaccine distribution and administration. AdventHealth Orlando served as a central hub for vaccination efforts, with postgraduate year 2 pharmacy residents playing a key role in developing and implementing vaccination clinics, leading to the administration of over 50,000 doses with minimal wastage.

AMERICAN JOURNAL OF HEALTH-SYSTEM PHARMACY (2022)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Patient Perceptions on Receiving Vaccination Services through Community Pharmacies

Anna Kowalczuk et al.

Summary: This study aimed to understand the perceptions of patients about receiving vaccinations through community pharmacies. The results showed that most of the respondents found community pharmacies more accessible than outpatient clinics and perceived vaccinations in pharmacies to be less time consuming. Nearly one third of the respondents stated that they would get vaccinated if recommended by a pharmacist. Additionally, about 56% of the respondents believed that the administration of vaccines by pharmacists could relieve the burden on medical staff and the healthcare system.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH (2022)

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Article Public, Environmental & Occupational Health

Impact of the influenza vaccine on COVID-19 infection rates and severity

Anna Conlon et al.

Summary: The study found that patients who received the influenza vaccine were less likely to test positive for COVID-19, and also showed improved clinical outcomes such as reduced hospitalization rates and need for mechanical ventilation.

AMERICAN JOURNAL OF INFECTION CONTROL (2021)

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Article Immunology

Community Pharmacist-Administered COVID-19 Vaccinations: A Pilot Customer Survey on Satisfaction and Motivation to Get Vaccinated

Dominik Staempfli et al.

Summary: Pharmacies in Zurich received high levels of satisfaction in COVID-19 vaccine administration, with the majority of respondents recommending the service to others. Respondents chose pharmacies for vaccination mainly due to their opening hours, convenience, and trustworthiness.

VACCINES (2021)

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Editorial Material Pharmacology & Pharmacy

Pharmacists' involvement in COVID-19 vaccination across Europe: a situational analysis of current practice and policy

Vibhu Paudyal et al.

Summary: One year after the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic, rapid response measures have been implemented worldwide to combat the spread of the virus. Successful pre-clinical and human trials have led to the authorization of multiple vaccines for use in Europe, showing promising results in reducing disease severity, hospitalization, and mortality rates. Vaccination of a large proportion of the population is crucial to maximize the public health benefits of available vaccines, prompting the coordination of services and development of new strategies on a global scale. Pharmacists are being recognized as key healthcare professionals in the rollout of COVID-19 vaccination programs.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PHARMACY (2021)

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Review Medicine, General & Internal

Rapid realist review of the role of community pharmacy in the public health response to COVID-19

Ian Maidment et al.

Summary: The study examines how community pharmacies can effectively provide essential and advanced services during the pandemic, with a focus on vaccination. It highlights the importance of clear roles for decision makers, pharmacy teams, and users, and provides recommendations for optimizing the public health role of community pharmacies in both current and future contexts.

BMJ OPEN (2021)

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Article Immunology