Drug Topics July 5, 2025
Ashley Gallagher, Kevin Cleveland, PharmD

Kevin Cleveland, PharmD, urges evidence-based approaches to immunizations in an era of uncertainty.

Kevin Cleveland, PharmD, professor at Idaho State University, explores the potential impacts of changes to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), highlighting concerns about shifting medical guidance and vaccine recommendations. He emphasizes the critical need for health care providers, especially pharmacists, to independently evaluate scientific evidence, maintain open communication with patients, and proactively address vaccine-related concerns. Further, Cleveland underscores the importance of maintaining evidence-based medicine, building patient trust, and ensuring continued access to preventive healthcare in an increasingly complex medical landscape.

Drug Topics®: How will the trust of federal health entities be impacted for health care providers?

Kevin Cleveland, PharmD: It’s going to be pretty significant....

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