pharmacist vaccinations
Management of vaccine-related anaphylaxis in the pharmacy
Anaphylaxis is a rare, potentially life-threatening event that pharmacists, particularly pharmacist vaccinators, must be able to recognise and treat promptly.1 By Dr Mary Bushell BPharm (Hons), PhD, GCTLHE, AACPA, MPS, …
Immunisation considerations for older adults: an overview
As immunisation providers, pharmacists should consider whole-of-life immunisation needs, particularly for older adults. By Rachel Morrison, BPharmSci, MPharm (Hons), Senior Pharmacist, Australasian College of Pharmacy; Dr Sonal Patel, BPharm, GCPH, …
Mandatory flu & Covid vax reporting incoming
Legislative changes mean pharmacists will be required by law to report vaccination information to the Australian Immunisation Register or face fines New laws mean vaccination providers including pharmacists will be …
Pharmacists to vaccinate kids
The Tasmanian Government is extending the free vaccination program against meningococcal disease – and pharmacists will be able to vaccinate some children Michael Ferguson, Minister for Health, announced that meningococcal …