Bill > H6037

This bill amends the definition of the "practice of pharmacy" in Rhode Island law to expand pharmacists' ability to administer immunizations. Specifically, the bill removes language that previously limited immunization administration to adult patients and replaces it with a provision allowing pharmacists to administer immunizations to persons three years of age and older. The change broadens the scope of pharmacy practice by enabling pharmacists to provide immunization services to a wider age range, including children as young as three years old. The bill maintains existing requirements that such immunization administration must be done pursuant to a valid prescription or physician-approved protocol and in accordance with regulations established by the department of health. By updating the definition, the legislation aims to increase access to immunization services by leveraging pharmacists' capabilities to deliver vaccines across different age groups. The bill will take effect immediately upon its passage, allowing for prompt implementation of the expanded immunization administration provisions.

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