Pharmacy professionals are in a unique position to support access to immunizations for respiratory virus protection due to their accessibility and the strong trust that patients have in them. This quick-reference chart is designed to support pharmacy professionals with counselling and educating their patients on recommended respiratory virus vaccines, including influenza, COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), pneumococcal disease, pertussis, and Haemophilus influenza type B (Hib). It summarizes the who, what, when, where, and why of vaccination to help guide patient discussions and promote vaccine confidence.
This resource was developed by OPA with a grant provided by GSK Canada and Pfizer Canada, however, OPA retained full editorial autonomy throughout the development process. Please refer to OPA’s Commitment to Content Quality and Integrity for more information.
DISCLAIMER
This resource was developed by the Ontario Pharmacists Association (OPA) with a grant provided by GSK Canada and Pfizer Canada. The information provided in this document is for informational purposes and is not intended to provide or take the place of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, or legal advice. This tool does not represent an endorsement that any type of treatment or medication is safe, effective, or approved for use in any particular person. This resource is not meant to be comprehensive and does not replace professional judgment and responsibilities. It is provided without warranty of any kind by OPA and OPA assumes no responsibility for any errors, omissions or inaccuracies therein. The decision for use and application of this document is the responsibility of the user. OPA assumes no liability for such use and application or any resulting outcomes. It is the responsibility of the pharmacy professional to use professional judgment in evaluating this material in light of any relevant clinical or situational data. OPA expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of reliance on the information contained in this resource. It is intended to supplement materials provided by regulatory authorities, and should there be any discrepancies, municipal, provincial, and federal laws, policies and guidelines shall prevail. The information provided in this document is current as of the date of publication. OPA makes an effort to provide information that is accurate and timely but makes no guarantee in this regard. Pharmacy professionals are encouraged to confirm information with additional resources.
