Social pharmacy is an emerging field that bridges the gap between pharmacy practice and public health by focusing on the social determinants of health, community engagement, and the role of pharmacists in healthcare systems. The initiatives derived from social pharmacy aim to enhance public health outcomes by improving medication management, promoting health literacy, and addressing barriers to care. This article explores the significant impact of social pharmacy initiatives on public health and the various ways they contribute to healthier communities. On February 13, 1946, in Yogyakarta an organization was formed called “Persatuan Ahli Pharmasi Indonesia” as a forum to gather all personnel who devote themselves in the field of pharmacy, Persatuan Ahli Pharmasi Indonesia which is hereinafter abbreviated as “PAFI”. For more information, you can visit the site: pafikotampana.org
Understanding Social Pharmacy
Social pharmacy combines the principles of pharmacy with social sciences, examining how societal, economic, and behavioral factors influence …