New data: 1 out of 4 pharmacy professionals in Vietnam improperly dispense antibiotics
One of the greatest threats to global public health today is the rise of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). AMR is the ability of a microbe to resist the effects of medicine used to treat it. AMR is caused by the improper use of antibiotics and is a rising concern in Southeast Asia because many patients are able to buy antibiotics without […]
Diazepam is the most requested mental health drug in Vietnam: Reflections on data and mental health
Although the link between physical and mental health is well established in scientific circles, it has not yet been properly communicated to the general public— particularly in rapidly developing regions like Southeast Asia. This is problematic because mental illness increases the risk of infection from bodily diseases, and an estimated 14% of the global burden […]
Why Pharmacists Are Critical To Primary Care In Southeast Asia
Pharmacists are critical to primary care. They are often the first point of access to healthcare because they are easily accessible to the public: they are often available 24 hours a day, protect confidentiality, do not require scheduling an appointment, and do not charge consultation fees. In fact, according to a 2005 study, individuals who live in […]
