34 INFECTIOUS DISEASE, DISASTER PLANNING & WOUND CARE | 2019 | www.elitecme.com with the MMR vaccine should be offered to all appropriate patients, based on current ACIP immunization schedules. HCPs who administer vaccinations have a responsibility to consider a patient’s reservations when offering vaccines and help to correct any misconceptions the patient or caregiver may have regarding the safety and efficacy of vaccinations. Utilizing strategies to improve immunization rates, such as maintaining adequate records, reminding patients to vaccinate, and collaboration between the patient and provider, can help minimize barriers to immunization and maximize immunization rates. These strategies, in turn, will help minimize the spread of contagious diseases. n Bradley Gillespie, PharmD, was trained as a clinical pharmacist and has practiced in the industrial setting for over 20 years. 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