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Experiences of community pharmacists in the United Kingdom on the provision of travel health services and associated educational requirements.

Larry GoodyerDerek EvansAmanda WilsonPiali PalitChristopher MaHelen R ListerTiziano Poletti
Published in: The International journal of pharmacy practice (2024)
Whilst vaccination is a critical aspect of travel health medicine, taking a 'vaccine centric' approach represents a missed opportunity in public health. Future educational opportunities for pharmacists could include training that encourages a broader approach to travel health consultations, to include a co-created, structured, and holistic risk assessment for travellers and recommendations for appropriate prevention and management strategies for travellers prior to, during and after travel.
Keyphrases
  • public health
  • mental health
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