More Vaccines Available At Pharmacies Under New Law

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TALLAHASSEE (CBSMiami/AP) - Under a new law that went into effect on Wednesday, July 1st, Floridians now have access to a wider range of vaccines at their local pharmacies.

The vaccines include Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, TDAP (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis, also known as whooping cough), varicella, MMR (measles, mumps and rubella), meningococcal and pneumococcal. Vaccines for influenza and shingles were already available at all local pharmacies.

Senator Aaron Bean said one of the best ways to ensure more people get critical vaccinations is to make it more convenient for them.

The increasing reliance on pharmacists and pharmacies comes as Florida and the nation are facing a critical doctor shortage in the coming years.