Pharmacists’ Role in Immunizing Older Adults and Congregate Living Residents: A Position Statement on Behalf of the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists

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• To outline the increasing role of pharmacists in immunizing older adults and residents in congregate living facilities.
• Position statement developed by the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists
• Emphasis on pharmacists' advocacy and administration of immunizations
• Utilization of evidence-based communication strategies
• Pharmacists can effectively address vaccine hesitancy in older adults
• Motivational interviewing can help build trust and guide decision-making
• Pharmacists are expected to expand their role in immunizations