Brief history

In old times, people used plants to make medicine. People who made medicine were called herbalists. The name of a god who was good at healing was Asclepius. In 1683, a law was made in Bruges, Belgium. It said doctors could not make medicine for people. In 1751, Ben Franklin started the first hospital in America. There was also the first pharmacy there. After World War II, science started to change fast. Pharmacists did not make medicine anymore. They just kept it safe and gave advice to people. They also watched for mistakes and bad things that could happen with medicine. National Pharmacist Day is to thank pharmacists for their work.

How it's celebrated

There are many ways to celebrate National Pharmacist Day. Here are some ideas:

• Show appreciation for your pharmacist. Take the time to thank your pharmacist for their hard work and dedication. You can do this by writing a note, sending a gift, or simply saying "thank you".
• Learn more about the role of pharmacists. Take the time to learn more about what pharmacists do and how they contribute to public health. This will help you appreciate their role even more.
• Spread the word. Share information about National Pharmacist Day with your friends, family, and colleagues. This will help raise awareness about the importance of pharmacists.
• Support pharmacists. Consider volunteering at a local pharmacy or donating to a pharmacist organization. This will help support pharmacists and their work.
• Organize events. Consider organizing events to celebrate National Pharmacist Day in your community. This could include a lecture, a workshop, or a social gathering.

National Pharmacist Day

Interesting facts 

• Pharmacists are subject to regulation by state pharmacy boards.
• To become licensed, pharmacists must complete a minimum of seven years of education and training.
• Pharmacists are required to maintain their knowledge and skills through ongoing education.
• Pharmacists are accountable for ensuring the safety and efficacy of medications.
• Some pharmacists opt to specialize in specific medical fields, such as oncology, pediatrics, or psychiatry. This enables them to deepen their understanding of relevant medications and treatments, and provide more specialized guidance to patients.