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In addition to medication dispensing, community pharmacies offer a variety of healthcare services that keep populations and individuals healthy. Our objective is to present an overview of pharmacy deserts in the United States, discuss the impact of reduced pharmacy access for Americans, and propose solutions discussed at the 2025 Innovations in Pharmacy Training and Sustainable Practice to Advance Patient Care: A Workshop at the National Academies in Washington, D.C. 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