How Pharmacists Can Incorporate Pneumococcal Vaccine Recommendations

This segment focuses on helping pharmacists apply the CDC’s expanded pneumococcal vaccination recommendations for adults aged 50 and older in everyday practice. It explores how to incorporate the new guidance into routine screening, navigate workflow impacts, and choose among available PCV options using both clinical evidence and practical considerations. Goad also highlights strategies for managing uncertain vaccine histories and using serotype and immunogenicity differences to support shared, patient-centered decision-making.