Self-care for sore throat and mouth inflammation are common conditions that affect millions of individuals worldwide, especially during the colder months. Self-care options include non-prescription medicines and non-pharmacological measures for symptomatic relief. Pharmacists play a crucial role in managing these conditions by offering advice on effective treatments, ensuring proper use of non-prescription medicines, and identifying when it is necessary to seek medical attention.

Work-related stress elicits a variety of physiological, emotional, cognitive and behavioural responses resulting from the demands of job content, organisation and environment. Pharmacy professionals often experience tension, distress, and feelings of being overwhelmed as a result of such stressors. Given the negative impact of stress on health, safety and productivity, proactive stress management is essential for pharmacy teams. At this event, we will explore tailored stress management techniques, enhancing professionals' well-being and capacity to deliver optimal patient care. By prioritising mental health, pharmacy teams can foster resilience and a thriving work environment. Join this webinar to equip yourself and your team with essential tools to meet the challenges of modern pharmacy practice.

This webinar aims to raise awareness of technologies in use within the pharmaceutical sector, with a focus on the African perspective. The event is targeted at members and non-members of the FIP (International Pharmaceutical Federation) worldwide. The goal is to highlight technological innovations from developing countries that can be embraced and utilized in developing regions to optimize patient care, enhance public wellness & safety and streamline pharmaceutical operations in general. The webinar will explore how these technological solutions were birthed and can be implemented in the pharmacy sector across Africa to enhance service delivery, improve health outcomes, and address the unique challenges faced by the pharmacy sector in the developing world. This knowledge-sharing session promises to be insightful for pharmacists seeking to leverage technology to transform their practice.

Moderator:

- Jaime Acosta Gomez, Community Pharmacist, FIP (TAG), Spain

Panellists:

- Nicodimus Tinashe Mucherera, Pharmacist Pharm Drive, Zimbabwe

- Jacques Tuyishimire, Founder Healthflix-Rwanda

- Ezinne Victoria Chinemerem Onwuekwe, Senior Clinical Informatics Analyst Nova Scotia Health, Nigeria

The FIP Pharmacy Technician Advisory Committee (PTAC) invites you to attend the 2024 Pharmacy Technicians’ Symposium that will take place on 15 and 16 October to celebrate World Pharmacy Technician Day (15 October).

Opening remarks:

1. Catherine Duggan, CEO, FIP, Netherlands

2. Susan James, Chair, FIP Pharmacy Technician Advisory Committee; Ontario College of Pharmacists, Canada

Session1 - Pharmacy Workforce Across the World: Global Perspectives and the Role of Artificial Intelligence

1. Welcome and introduction by the moderator – Ryan Burke, Pharmacy Technician Certification Board, United States

2. Presenter 1 – Sherly Meilianti, FIP, United Kingdom

3. Presenter 2 – Nisa Masyitah, FIP, Indonesia

4. Presenter 3 – Lyane Pennell, La Cité, Ottawa University, Athabasca University, Canada

5. Presenter 4 – Mariet Eksteen, Professional Development and Support, Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa, South Africa

6. Presenter 5 - Pik Yee Hooi, Head, Pharmacy, Alexandra Hospital, National University Health System, Singapore

7. Q&A 8. Wrap up and conclusion of the session

Session 2 – Pharmacy Technicians Unique Roles

1. Welcome and introduction by the moderator – Peter Karegwa, Kenya

2. Presenter 1 – Julie Lanza, Beth Israel Lahey Health System, United States

3. Presenter 2 – Claire MacManus, Treloar school and college, United Kingdom

4. Presenter 3 – Samuel Nyanje, Academic Module Providing Access to Healthcare (AMPATH) Kenya, Kenya

5. Q&A 6. Wrap up and conclusion of the session

The FIP Pharmacy Technician Advisory Committee (PTAC) invites you to attend the 2024 Pharmacy Technicians’ Symposium that will take place on 15 and 16 October to celebrate World Pharmacy Technician Day (15 October).

Session 1 - Building relationships within the pharmacy team

1. Welcome and introduction by the moderator– Ryan Burke, Pharmacy Technician Certification Board, United States

2. Presenter 1 – Kenneth Hohmeier, The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, United States

3. Presenter 2 – Juny Sebastian, Program Director - Diploma in Pharmacy Technician Program; Assistant Professor & Acting Chair, Department of Pharmacy Practice, College of Pharmacy, Gulf Medical University, UAE

4. Presenter 3 – Luís Lourenço, FIP Professional secretary, Portugal

5. Q&A 6. Wrap up and conclusion of the session

Session 2 – Pharmacy Technicians: To immunisation and beyond

1. Welcome and introduction by the moderator – Michael Mung’oma, Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya, Kenya

2. Presenter 1 – Mathew DeMarco, University of Waterloo School of Pharmacy, Canada

3. Presenter 2 – Alison Hemsworth, University of Huddersfield, England

4. Presenter 3 – Kimberly McKeirnan, Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, United States

5. Q&A 6. Wrap up and conclusion of the session

Musculoskeletal (MSK) pain is a common condition affecting millions of people, resulting in reduced quality of life and increased healthcare costs. Community pharmacists play a vital role as the first point of contact for patients seeking relief from MSK pain. In recognition of the Global Day Against Pain, this event will launch a new FIP guidance focused on enhancing the management of MSK pain in pharmacies. The guidance highlights the use of heat therapy, both as a stand-alone treatment and in combination with other therapies. Attendees will learn about types and symptoms of MSK pain, the mechanism of heat therapy, and effective patient assessment and management strategies in the pharmacy setting.

Moderator: - Sherif Guorgui, President, FIP Community Pharmacy Section, Canada

Panellists: - Nisa Masyitah, FIP Project and Data Support Coordinator International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP), Indonesia

- Philip Conaghan, Director, NIHR Leeds Biomedical Research Centre University of Leeds, United Kingdom

- Zanoli Gustavo, Orthopaedic Surgeon Casa Di Cura Santa Maria Maddalena, Occhiobello, Italy

- Opeyemi Babatunde, Senior Lecturer: Evidence Synthesis and Applied Health Research School of Medicine, Primary Care Centre Versus Arthritis Keele University, Keele, Staffordshire, United Kingdom

- Ema Paulino, President National Pharmacy Association (ANF), Portugal

Although perimenopause and menopause are inevitable parts of a woman's life, each experience is unique, influenced by culture, health beliefs, and general well-being, impacting physical, emotional, mental, and social aspects. This event will explore how pharmacists can expand their roles to support women during this transition. Participants will gain insights into recognising symptoms, understanding ethnic and cultural differences, and providing patient-centred care. In line with World Menopause Day 2024, which focuses on menopause hormone therapy, the webinar will empower pharmacists to enhance patient support and contribute meaningfully to menopause care.

Moderator: - Dalia Bajis, FIP Senior Programme Lead FIP, The Netherlands

- Catherine Duggan, FIP CEO FIP, The Netherlands

Panellists: - Sally Arnison, Lead Clinical Pharmacist Ascot Menopause Solutions, UK

- Rawan Bajis, Obstetrics and Gynaecology Registrar Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, Australia

- Nasreen Hasan, Founder LaYas Life, United Arab Emirates

This webinar aims to raise awareness of technologies in use within the pharmaceutical sector, with a focus on the African perspective. The event is targeted at members and non-members of the FIP (International Pharmaceutical Federation) worldwide. The goal is to highlight technological innovations from developing countries that can be embraced and utilized in developing regions to optimize patient care, enhance public wellness & safety and streamline pharmaceutical operations in general. The webinar will explore how these technological solutions were birthed and can be implemented in the pharmacy sector across Africa to enhance service delivery, improve health outcomes, and address the unique challenges faced by the pharmacy sector in the developing world. This knowledge-sharing session promises to be insightful for pharmacists seeking to leverage technology to transform their practice.

Moderator: - Jaime Acosta Gomez, Community Pharmacist FIP (TAG), Spain

Panellists: - Takunda Mukumba, Director Ehealth Afro Private Limited, Zimbabwe - Nabembezi Ziada Zalwango, Consultant Dumaic Global Health, Uganda - Samuel Akuffo, Africa Fulfilment Lead Zipline International, Ghana

Chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs), such as cancer, chronic respiratory diseases, cardiovascular diseases and diabetes represent a worldwide health challenge. According to the WHO 41 million people die each year from NCDs, accounting for 74% of all deaths globally. Prevention and management of chronic diseases is dependent on reducing underlying risk factors. Community pharmacists and their teams are ideally placed to raise chronic diseases awareness, identify those at risk and be the driving force behind earlier detection and referral to primary care partners for screening, diagnosis and intervention. At this event, the “Chronic Disease Service Framework” to support pharmacists in providing a range of NCD pharmacy services will be presented.

Moderator:

- Lars-Åke Söderlund, FIP Vice President International Pharmaceutical Federation, Sweden

Panellists:

- Inês Nunes da Cunha, FIP Practice Development and Transformation Projects Manager FIP, The Netherlands

- António Teixeira Rodrigues, Director, Evidence & Health Solutions National Association of Pharmacies, Portugal

- Jack Shen Lim, General Secretary Malaysian Pharmacists Society (MPS), Malaysia

Important dates

• Abstract submissions for oral presentations, posters and workshops open: August 2024
• Early bird registration opens: October 2024