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Community Champions: The Crucial Contribution of an Independent Pharmacy in COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts in an Underserved Community

Published:2023-10-03 Issue:19 Volume:20 Page:6881
ISSN:1660-4601
Container-title:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
language:en
Short-container-title:IJERPH

Author:

Whitner Chardaé¹^ORCID,Curtis Stacey D.²^ORCID,Allen John M.³^ORCID,Duane Kevin J.⁴

Affiliation:

1. Department of Pharmacotherapy and Translation Research, Jacksonville Campus, College of Pharmacy, University of Florida, 580 W. 8th Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209, USA

2. Department of Pharmacotherapy and Translation Research, Gainesville Campus, College of Pharmacy, University of Florida, 1225 Center Drive, Gainesville, FL 32610, USA

3. Department of Pharmacotherapy and Translation Research, Orlando Campus, College of Pharmacy, University of Florida, 6550 Sanger Rd., Orlando, FL 32827, USA

4. Panama Pharmacy, 7307 N. Main St, Jacksonville, FL 32208, USA

Abstract

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.

Publisher

MDPI AG

Subject

Health, Toxicology and Mutagenesis,Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Link

https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/20/19/6881/pdf

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