When is National Pharmacist Day?
Thursday January 12thOn January 12th, the nation's first pharmacists are recognized and celebrated.
Over the years, pharmacists' position has shifted. They now serve as an integral member of the health care team where once they were simply the traditional "lick, stick, and pour" dispensary. Pharmacists are often directly involved in patient care and play a vital role in a patient's recovery.
Historically, pharmacists mainly checked and sold medications to physicians for patient-prescribed medications. pharmacists and health care professionals are advising patients and health care professionals on the selection, dosages, interactions, and side effects of prescriptions in modern times. In addition, their job includes being a learned intermediary between a prescriber and a patient. pharmacists can then ensure the safe and effective use of medications by monitoring patient health and development.
Pharmacists work long hours, often staying the entire time. pharmacists also administer immunizations in addition to dispensing pills and giving tips on medications. Pharmacists who perform experiments find and test new drugs.
