California pharmacists cleared to prescribe contraceptives in some cases

California pharmacists are now legally permitted to prescribe oral, transdermal and vaginal forms of hormonal contraceptives in certain situations. 
The approval of the administration of hormonal contraceptives has passed, allowing pharmacists to administer these convenient and helpful substances to women in community pharmacies.
Before receiving the contraceptives, which will be distributed in participating Albertson's pharmacies, women will be required to take a self-screening questionnaire. During the course of the questions, the women will have their blood pressures taken and consult with a pharmacist, who will be tasked with advising the women on the correct contraceptive, if acceptable for the individual case. 
Pharmacists will suggest that the women return for a follow-up visit and will also furnish them with curriculum to help educate the women on birth control forms. 
Women who do not meet criteria for birth control from the pharmacy will receive a recommendation for primary care or a women's health care provider, who will be able to provide more personalized and in-depth care. 
A visit summary will be given to each woman.