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Pharmacies can test & treat flu cases immediately this flu season, NC Department of Health says

Pharmacies can test & treat flu cases immediately this flu season, NC Department of Health says
health10/1/2025

According to the order, pharmacists will be able to evaluate people 5 years old and older who are showing signs or symptoms of influenza; conduct point-of-care influenza testing; and initiate treatment when clinically appropriate.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services on Tuesady issued standing orders allowing pharmacists to test and treat influenza. According to the order, pharmacists will be able to evaluate people 5 years old and older who are showing s... [1948 chars]