Why Trusted Pharmacists Remain One of Health Care’s Most Important Relationships

WOONSOCKET, RI / ACCESS Newswire / November 4, 2026 / Originally published on CVS Health Company Newsroom

Key points * Eighty-four percent of U.S. adults view pharmacies as credible health care sources, reinforcing pharmacists' role as a trusted source of health guidance. * Pharmacists support health beyond prescriptions by answering medication questions, helping patients manage chronic conditions and providing recommended vaccinations. * Trusted pharmacist relationships can help people better understand their care, take action on recommendations and navigate a complex health care system with confidence. From managing chronic conditions to staying up to date on vaccinations, Americans are making more health decisions than ever before. In a complex health care system, many people have a trusted guide closer than they realize: their pharmacist.