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Implementation of a pharmacy-based immunization program in a supermarket chain.

K W Weitzel1, J V Goode

  • 1School of Pharmacy, Mercer University, Atlanta, Ga., USA.

Journal of the American Pharmaceutical Association (Washington, D.C. : 1996)
|March 24, 2000
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Pharmacy-based immunization programs in supermarkets successfully administered thousands of vaccines, increasing patient care awareness and pharmacist engagement. This initiative enhanced community health services and provided a new revenue stream.

Area of Science:

  • Community Pharmacy Practice
  • Public Health Initiatives
  • Vaccination Programs

Background:

  • Supermarket chains offer opportunities for accessible healthcare services.
  • Pharmacy-based immunization programs can extend public health reach.
  • Ukrop's implemented diverse patient care services, including immunizations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the implementation of a pharmacy-based immunization program within a supermarket chain.
  • To describe the procedures and outcomes of a supermarket's adult immunization initiative.

Main Methods:

  • The study focused on Ukrop's supermarket pharmacies, offering adult immunizations (influenza, pneumococcal) on a walk-up basis and during clinics.
  • Pharmacists developed protocols, managed vaccine distribution, and coordinated with physicians to promote services.

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  • Services were offered during pharmacy hours, at off-site locations, and through physician outreach.

    • Main Results:

    • In the first season (1998-1999), 5,137 influenza and 613 pneumococcal vaccinations were administered.
    • The following season (1999-2000) saw a significant increase, with 18,000 influenza and 1,200 pneumococcal vaccinations administered.
    • The program demonstrated substantial growth in vaccine administration within a single year.

    Conclusions:

    • The pharmacy immunization program successfully vaccinated a large number of individuals.
    • The initiative enhanced community and physician awareness of pharmacy services.
    • The program boosted pharmacist involvement in patient care and generated revenue.