Influenza: Optimizing Prevention and Treatment Strategies
Influenza: Optimizing Prevention and Treatment Strategies
Influenza illness is associated with morbidity and mortality, and vaccination is the cornerstone of infection prevention. Pharmacists are of paramount importance in protecting patients through education and advocation of annual immunization. Diligent surveillance of each season's predicted virus strains and resistance rates for available antivirals positions pharmacists to recommend appropriate vaccine products and proper selection of antivirals, when warranted.
Conclusion
Influenza illness is associated with morbidity and mortality, and vaccination is the cornerstone of infection prevention. Pharmacists are of paramount importance in protecting patients through education and advocation of annual immunization. Diligent surveillance of each season's predicted virus strains and resistance rates for available antivirals positions pharmacists to recommend appropriate vaccine products and proper selection of antivirals, when warranted.