Immunization

Myths about the safety and effectiveness of influenza vaccines prevent many health care professionals from getting vaccinated.

A new study finds that different types of flu vaccines can provide adequate protection against matching seasonal flu strains in young children.

Pharmacists can take advantage of back-to-school time to promote year-round adherence to protect children from contagious diseases.

The expanded role of the pharmacist in today's health care system is a given fact, but it is one that has opened up debate.

With flu season just around the corner, the FDA has approved the formulation for the 2011-2012 vaccine.

Pharmacies are now the second most common source for immunizations, a fact that underscores the key role pharmacists play on the care team.

Additionally, 2 new combination vaccines could make following CDC's immunization recommendations easier by reducing the number of shots children must receive.

Dr. Ford is a clinical pharmacy specialist at University of North Carolina Hospitals, Departments of Pharmacy and Family Medicine.

Dr. Ford is a clinical pharmacy specialist at University of North Carolina Hospitals, Departments of Pharmacy and Family Medicine.