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Pharmacists to Treat Flu Directly in North Carolina

10/2/2025

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North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) authorizes pharmacists to test and treat influenza at point-of-care starting October 1, 2025 under House Bill 67.
The measure expands access, including testing and prescribing without a doctor's prescription.
The 2024-2025 season recorded 544 flu-related deaths; seasonal vaccines are recommended for everyone six months and older.

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Story summary

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) authorizes pharmacists to test and treat influenza at point-of-care starting October 1, 2025 under House Bill 67.
The measure expands access, including testing and prescribing without a doctor's prescription.
The 2024-2025 season recorded 544 flu-related deaths; seasonal vaccines are recommended for everyone six months and older.