Abstract
Community pharmacists in Australia are increasingly at the forefront of public healthcare, expanding their scope of practice since first providing immunisation services in 2014. This article examines the evolving role of pharmacists, highlighting their significant contributions to vaccination efforts. Despite their growing impact, pharmacists face complexities due to varying regulatory frameworks and scope of practice across Australian jurisdictions. These challenges affect service consistency and consumer experience. Opportunities for community pharmacies to enhance and strengthen their care of communities remain, including initiatives like the National Immunisation Program Vaccinations in Pharmacy (NIPVIP), which enhances vaccine accessibility and affordability and travel advice and vaccination. Community pharmacists also play a critical role in public health promotion, opportunistic immunisation and support when disease outbreaks occur. To maximise their value, the healthcare system must address regulatory inconsistencies and promote multidisciplinary collaboration. By overcoming these barriers, community pharmacies can continue to provide accessible, high-quality care, reinforcing their essential role in public health and vaccination services.
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