Social pharmacy is an evolving field that integrates the principles of pharmacy with social sciences to address the complex interactions between health, society, and healthcare systems. It focuses on understanding how social, economic, cultural, and behavioral factors influence medication use and overall health outcomes. As healthcare systems face increasing challenges, such as rising costs and health disparities, social pharmacy offers innovative solutions that can enhance patient care and improve public health. This article explores the scope and benefits of social pharmacy, highlighting its significance in contemporary healthcare. 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 the Scope of Social Pharmacy
1. Interdisciplinary Approach
Social pharmacy is inherently interdisciplinary, …