The World Pharmacists Day 2025 (observed on 25 September) will be celebrated under thetheme “Think Health, Think Pharmacist,” adopted globally by the InternationalPharmaceutical Federation Indian pharmacy colleges, professional bodies, and healthcareinstitutions are likely to mark the day with a mix of awareness campaigns, public healthoutreach, seminars, quizzes, and studentled creative competitions, as has been done in prioryears. These events serve to highlight the expanding role of pharmacists beyond dispensingmedicines—emphasizing their contributions to preventive health, health literacy,vaccination drives, rational drug use, patient counselling, and strengthening sustainablehealth systems. While specific large‐scale national campaigns for 2025 are yet to bewidely reported, the ongoing focus remains on advocating for recognition of pharmacists asessential healthcare professionals, particularly in underserved and rural areas, where theiraccessibility makes a significant difference.“Think Health, Think Pharmacist” is a public awareness campaign designed to highlight the vital role pharmacists play in healthcare. Pharmacists are not just medicine dispensers—they are accessible healthcare professionals who provide expert advice on medication, health management, disease prevention, and more.
This event emphasizes the importance of consulting pharmacists for minor ailments, medication guidance, and wellness support. By promoting the message “Think Health, Think Pharmacist,” the initiative encourages individuals to recognize pharmacists as essential partners in maintaining good health, thus easing the burden on other healthcare services and improving community health outcomes through trusted, everyday interactions.
AIM of the Event:
- Promote and highlight the vital role of pharmacists in improving global healthand advancing sustainable healthcare systems.
- Advocate for better integration of pharmacists into healthcare policy and decision-making, especially in areas like primary care and public health.
- Raise Public Awareness:To educate the community about the expanding role of pharmacists in healthcare, beyond just dispensing medications.
- Promote Preventive Care:To encourage people to seek advice from pharmacists for early detection, medication management, and health screenings, supporting preventive healthcare.
- Strengthen Pharmacist-Patient Relationships: To build trust and improve communication between pharmacists and the public, positioning pharmacists as accessible and reliable healthcare professionals.
| Participating School | |
|---|---|
| School/Department Name | Year/Department |
| School of Pharmacy & Research | (1st Year, 2nd Year, 3rd Year) |
Department:
- Pharmacy
Is this Event Under IIC?
- No, It's not under IIC
Is the event in collaboration with another school/Department?
- No
Date, Time & Venue of the Event:
- 25-Sep-2025 to 25-Sep-2025
- 09:30 am - 03:30 pm
- Seminar Hall - Ayurveda
Event Coordinator
- Dr. Mohit Gupta
Contact Person:
- Dr. Mohit Gupta