Progress in Medical Sciences. 2022;
6(3):(191-202)
The Role of Community Pharmacy Bases Vaccination in the USA- Current Practice and Future Trends
Nirlepkumar Patel
Abstract
The incorporation of vaccination services within community pharmacies has revolutionized public health
delivery in the United States, mitigating substantial gaps in vaccine accessibility and coverage. This review
examines the existing practices, obstacles, and prospective developments in pharmacy-based immunization
services, highlighting the crucial role of pharmacists in improving vaccine accessibility, equity, and public
health results. The study emphasizes the influence of the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program and legislative
initiatives like the PREP Act during the COVID-19 pandemic, illustrating the transformation of pharmacists'
roles from vaccine administration to patient education and lobbying. Legislative discrepancies, operational
limitations, and vaccine reluctance remain despite significant achievements, requiring new solutions such
as standardized rules, sophisticated cold-chain systems, and focused public health initiatives. The article
promotes the continued growth of pharmacy-based vaccination services by utilizing global perspectives,
technology innovations, and cooperative frameworks, positioning pharmacists as essential to fulfilling
national public health goals. This analysis establishes a basis for augmenting the position of pharmacists in
forthcoming immunization initiatives and fortifying healthcare systems worldwide.