The pandemic may have faded from the headlines, but COVID-19 hasn’t gone away, and neither has the need for protection. Pharmacists remain at the heart of Australia’s vaccination effort, ensuring immunity stays strong across communities.
This session revisits the latest evidence on COVID-19 booster recommendations, variant coverage, and long-term protection strategies. Learn how to maintain vaccine confidence, engage patients who believe “it’s over,” and continue delivering accessible, evidence-based protection when it’s needed most.
Learning objectives:
- Identify current COVID-19 vaccine recommendations and timing for boosters.
- Discuss strategies to maintain patient awareness and vaccine confidence.
- Recognise the ongoing role of pharmacists in COVID-19 prevention and public health.
Competency standards (2016): 1.6, 3.5, 3.6
