Pharmaceutical Society of Uganda was established by the Pharmacy and Drugs Act in 1970 and comprises of Ugandan pharmacists in various fields of practice
🎶Proudly presenting the PSU Anthem! 🎶 A song that unites and inspires our community, reminding us of our values, strength, and shared vision. Let the music carry our spirit forward! 🎤 💙
#PSUAnthem
#PSUCommunity
Uganda Pharma & Healthcare is the largest Pharma, Medical and Healthcare International Exhibition in Uganda.
Register Now:
🗓️ 16 - 18 Feb, 2023
📍 UMA Show Grounds Lugogo, Kampala, Uganda
⏱️ 10 AM - 6 PM
More Info, Call or WhatsApp: +256 701 607198
Congratulations to our very own John Isiiko 🎉 | Uganda 🇺🇬
Young Investigator Awardee 🏆
1⃣ Hematology/Oncology Pharmacist and Researcher at the Department of Pharmacy, Uganda Cancer Institute.
2⃣Master’s degree in Clinical Pharmacy and a fellowship in Oncology Pharmacy (UK).
Congratulations to our very own Dr. Benjamin Mwesige upon completing his PhD in cancer biology from the NCC-GSCP, Goyang-si, South Korea.
Benjamin is the Head of Pharmacy
@UgandaCancerIns
We are so proud of your achievement, Benjamin! May you inspire!
Thank you, Dr. Seru Morris, for your exceptional service as Commissioner of Pharmaceuticals & Natural Medicines! 🙏 Wishing you all the best in your next chapter. Congratulations to Dr. Martha Ajulong!, the incoming Commissioner! 🎉 We look forward to working together.
#WorldPharmacistsDay2022
This year’s theme aims to showcase pharmacy’s positive impact on health around the world and to further strengthen solidarity among the profession.
Our own
@fredkitutu
, (reg
#497
) has been appointed Ag. Dean, School of Health Sciences, Makerere University. In this position, he is a team leader of staff, in the departments of Pharmacy, Nursing, Dentistry and Allied Health. Congratulations and best of luck!
📢 All intern-pharmacists (2023/2024 cohort) who successfully completed their internship are invited to collect their invitation letters and attend the pre-registration exams briefing:
📅 20th August 2024
🕒 11 am EAT
📍 Pharmacy House, Banda - Kyambogo
Good luck!
🔔 Calling all pharmacists in Uganda! 📢 Apply now with the Pharmaceutical Society of Uganda for recognition as a specialist in the various pharmacy disciplines. Enhance your career, credibility, and networking opportunities.
#PharmacySpecialists
💊💼
🚨 Last week, we successfully held the PSU Annual General Meeting! 🎉 A powerful session of reflection and planning for our bright future. 🌟 Excited for the journey ahead as we turn our plans into action! 💪
#PSUAGM2024
#Progress
#Community
📢 Attention pharmacists in pharmaceutical manufacturing! 💊
We're updating our database to better support you. Please 📧 your details to psupc
@psu
.or.ug
Your prompt response is appreciated! Let's work together to advance pharmaceutical care.
#PharmacySupport
#DatabaseUpdate
The 2nd Edition of Uganda Pharma & Healthcare, the Largest Pharmaceutical, Medical & Healthcare Exhibition in Uganda will be taking place from 16 – 18 February, 2023 at the UMA Show Grounds Lugogo, Kampala, Uganda.
#UgandaPharmaHealth
The Leadership Training Programme (LTP) is Medical Access graduate development initiative that offers talented graduates the opportunity to learn and practice health care supply chain management.
Details⤵️
Congratulations to our distinguished colleagues, Dr. Arinaitwe Tarcis & Dr. Martha Kabejja for their outstanding leadership in pharmacy service delivery! They were recognized at the prestigious C Care Excellence Awards 2024, held at Serena Hotel on 3rd Aug.
#CcareExcellenceAwards
On this Independence Day, the Pharmaceutical Society of Uganda honors our journey towards self-reliance. 🇺🇬 We remain dedicated to advancing healthcare and improving the well-being of all Ugandans. Together, let's build a healthier future! 💊
#IndependenceDay
PS
@MinofHealthUG
,
@DianaAtwine
visiting our booth at
#PharmaTech2022
. We are showcasing our Microcrystalline Cellulose Production Project which is used as an excipient in manufacturing tablets.
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is a global health crisis, but our future healthcare leaders are stepping up! 💡 Discover how students in Uganda are innovating to tackle AMR through education, awareness, and action. 👩⚕️👨⚕️
📄 Read more:
#AMR
#PublicHealth
The Minister for Health Hon. Dr Jane Ruth Aceng presided over the Uganda Pharma Healthcare 2024. The 3-day event (From 22nd to 24th February) will provide free medical services such as eye check up, dental check up including exhibitions by pharmaceutical companies.
📢 Attention PSU members!
Join us for the 2024 Annual General Meeting on 26th September 2024at Imperial Royale Hotel, Kampala.
Don’t miss the CPD event on 25th September 2024 at the same venue
Key agenda: elections, budget, and more.
Your participation matters! 📅💼
#PSUAGM2024
PSU in collaboration with
@UNDAuthority
cordially invites you to a 5-part webinar series on Pharmacovigilance.
Theme:
Pharmacists as Pharmacovigilance Champions in Healthcare, Industry, Research and Academia Settings
Register:
This year sees our 10th
#WPD2020
. We aim to show how pharmacists contribute to a world where everyone benefits from access to safe, effective, quality and affordable medicines & health technologies, as well as from pharmaceutical care services,” - FIP President Dominique Jordan.
#WorldHepatitisDay2022
theme aims to raise awareness about the need to simplify and bring hepatitis care to primary health facilities, community-based venues and locations beyond hospital sites, so that care is closer to communities and people wherever they are.
🦠 New study finds 7.9% of women develop post-cesarean infections at Mbarara Hospital. Higher risk for women 25+ & with 6+ pregnancies. Prophylactic antibiotics reduce risk, but extended hospital stays are common. Learn more ⬇️
#MaternalHealth
#Uganda
[Webinar: Career Opportunities for Pharmacists in Global Health and Supply Chain]
Meet our third speaker:
Dr.
@PamelaAchii
currently works with the
@MinofHealthUG
the
@GlobalFund
as the health products Management Specialist responsible for coordination and management
Surgipharm needs full time Pharmacists to work in supply chain, pharmacovigilance and ISO TQM systems. You must have relevant experience with strong skills set in IT, numeracy, training, communication, planning and reporting. Send CV on WhatsApp to +256(0)772200371.
The harmful impact of the tobacco industry on the environment is vast and growing adding unnecessary pressure to our planet’s already scarce resources and fragile ecosystems.
The Education and Grants committee of PSU cordially invites you to a highly engaging webinar under the theme;
"The Pharmacist as a Change Leader in Supply Chain and Health System Strengthening"
Register ➡️
Press Conference
All members are informed of a Press conference today Friday at 11:30am at Pharmacy House (Kyambogo) to respond to the BBC Africa Eye-Documentary-Stealing from the sick.
💡 Did you know? Pharmacists can play a crucial role in hepatitis prevention & treatment! Let's take action:
✍️ Raise awareness about hepatitis risks
💊 Increase vaccination rates
🔬 Improve access to screening & treatment
#WorldHepatitisDay
#HepatitisAwareness
#PharmacistsCare
Post Market Surveillance on the Use of Covidex in the Management of COVID-19 in Uganda
Dear All,
On behalf of the Council of the Pharmaceutical Society of Uganda, use the form below to participate in the survey below.
Thanks
What We're Reading This Week! 📚
Ugandan study highlights challenges in medicine access, quality, and disposal. Key recommendations: adopt One-Health approach, strengthen supply chains, implement universal insurance, and build capacity.
The Education and Grants Committee of PSU in partnership with
@IDIMakerere
has organized this webinar to train Pharmacists as vaccination champions.
Register ➡️
🌊 "Anyone Can Drown, But No One Should." Let's take action! 🚨
✍️ Learn water safety tips & share with loved ones
📚 Get trained in first aid & CPR
👥 Participate in local campaigns & events
Together, we can prevent drowning!
#WorldDrowningPreventionDay
#PharmacistsCare
Win a Cafe Javas meal coupon
Take the antibiotic personality quiz and join the
#WAAW
webinar on Friday.
Quiz:
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 872 4684 1873
Passcode: 121510
Details⤵️
#WorldPatientSafetyDay2022
The campaign calls on stakeholders to prioritize and take early action in key areas associated with significant patient harm due to unsafe medication practices.
All are informed that Dr. Ecweu Richard Reg No. 676 passed on this morning at 2:30am from Mulago Hospital ICU. Details to be communicated later. May his soul RIP.