Community Champions: The Crucial Contribution of an Independent Pharmacy in COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts in an Underserved Community.
COVID-19 vaccination
health disparities
healthcare delivery
independent pharmacy
underserved communities
Journal
International journal of environmental research and public health
ISSN: 1660-4601
Titre abrégé: Int J Environ Res Public Health
Pays: Switzerland
ID NLM: 101238455
Informations de publication
Date de publication:
03 10 2023
03 10 2023
Historique:
received:
05
07
2023
revised:
22
09
2023
accepted:
30
09
2023
medline:
1
11
2023
pubmed:
14
10
2023
entrez:
14
10
2023
Statut:
epublish
Résumé
Historically, pharmacists in independent community pharmacies have been pivotal in promoting community health. During the COVID-19 pandemic, they demonstrated their commitment by advocating for vaccination and providing accessible care, particularly in underserved communities. By addressing disparities, implementing strategies like mobile clinics and community outreach, and fostering trust and engagement, independent community pharmacists played a crucial role in bridging gaps in healthcare access for vulnerable populations and mitigating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Identifiants
pubmed: 37835151
pii: ijerph20196881
doi: 10.3390/ijerph20196881
pmc: PMC10572971
pii:
doi:
Substances chimiques
COVID-19 Vaccines
0
Types de publication
Journal Article
Langues
eng
Sous-ensembles de citation
IM
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