Three key findings:
1. A significant increase in flu test orders occurred between 2016-2018 and 2021-2022.
2. Patients up to 5 years old received the highest percentage of flu tests. Flu test orders in this group rose from 8.6% of ED visits in 2013 to 23.1% in 2022. All other age groups also showed increases.
3. The most common reasons for flu testing were fever and cough in both 2013 and 2022. However, symptoms such as nausea, shortness of breath and psychological concerns became more prevalent over time.
Becker’s 3rd Annual Fall Chief Pharmacy Officer Summit is the top tier event that the people leading the future of pharmacy convene. This 3-day event is built specifically for Chief Pharmacy Officers and senior pharmacy leaders. The sessions examine the workforce, financial and clinical priorities shaping pharmacy today. Becker’s is where candid discussions flourish and new ideas thrive. Becker's 3rd Annual Fall Chief Pharmacy Officer Summit
