The Association of Pharmacists in Siguiri, Guinea, recently organized a ceremony to mark World Pharmacists Day, highlighting the importance of their role in the country's healthcare system. Dr. Fanta Sangaré, treasurer of the association, emphasized that pharmacists play a crucial role beyond just dispensing medication, acting as prevention, counseling, and health education professionals. She stressed the significance of their position in promoting proper medication use.
Dr. Sangaré expressed concern over the persistent circulation of illicit medications in Guinea, posing a threat to public health. She urged pharmacists to adhere to their profession's principles and respect their oath in daily practice. Illicit medications, she warned, pose a risk to life, causing families to suffer and patients to lose trust. The situation calls for vigilance and cooperation among healthcare professionals, authorities, and the population.
Dominique Loua, prosecutor of the Republic at the Siguiri Court of First Instance, attended the ceremony and commended the initiative. He stressed the importance of following the legal distribution circuit for medications and encouraged the population to prioritize licensed pharmacies when purchasing prescribed medications. Loua warned that medications not handled by professionals can become a potential danger to the population.
Prosecutor Loua advised the population to present themselves to licensed pharmacists with prescriptions and emphasized that health should remain a priority. He also called on defense and security forces, as well as customs services, to increase their vigilance in combating the introduction and circulation of counterfeit medications in Siguiri.
The celebration aimed to raise awareness about proper medication use and highlight the need for collaboration among healthcare professionals, authorities, security forces, and the population to combat illicit pharmaceutical products. The Association of Pharmacists in Siguiri seeks to strengthen the fight against illicit medications and promote a culture of responsible medication use.
The ceremony was part of a broader effort to engage stakeholders in addressing the issue of illicit medications in Guinea. By working together, the parties involved aim to mitigate the risks associated with counterfeit medications and ensure a safer healthcare environment for the population.
The event concluded with a renewed commitment to addressing the challenges posed by illicit medications in Siguiri and beyond. As the Association of Pharmacists in Siguiri continues to advocate for responsible medication practices, the population is urged to prioritize their health and seek medication from licensed pharmacies.
Key points
- Illicit medication circulation poses a significant threat to public health in Guinea's Siguiri region.
- The Association of Pharmacists in Siguiri is working to raise awareness about proper medication use and combat illicit pharmaceutical products.
- Collaboration among healthcare professionals, authorities, security forces, and the population is crucial in addressing the issue of illicit medications.
