Public health in community pharmacy: a systematic review of pharmacist and consumer views.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The increasing involvement of pharmacists in public health will require changes in the behaviour of both pharmacists and the general public. A great deal of research has shown that attitudes and beliefs are important determinants of behaviour. This review aims to examine the beliefs and attitudes of pharmacists and consumers towards pharmaceutical public health in order to inform how best to support and improve this service.

Methods

Five electronic databases were searched for articles published in English between 2001 and 2010. Titles and abstracts were screened by one researcher according to the inclusion criteria. Papers were included if they assessed pharmacy staff or consumer attitudes towards pharmaceutical public health. Full papers identified for inclusion

SUBMITTER: Eades CE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3146877 | biostudies-literature | 2011 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature