Pharmacist-Led Flu Vaccination Services in Romanian Community Pharmacies: Barriers, Perceptions, and Implementation Challenges.

ABSTRACT: Although pharmacist-led vaccination is a global standard for expanding immunization coverage, its adoption in Romania remains at an early stage. While previous studies have focused on early adopters, this research evaluates barriers, perceptions, and readiness among community pharmacies that do not yet provide this service, thereby addressing a critical knowledge gap regarding the "non-vaccinating" majority. A cross-sectional mixed-methods study was conducted among 208 pharmacists representing national chains, regional networks, and independent pharmacies. Quantitative data were analyzed using Chi-square tests and Spearman correlations to identify structural disparities, while a thematic analysis was employed to explore qualitative insights related to professional identity and operational

SUBMITTER: Chereches MC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12921818 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature