"National Pharmacovigilance Week A Commitment to Safe Healthcare"
Source: Alumni Association SDPGIPS
SDPGIPS (College of Pharmacy) marked National Pharmacovigilance Week on 20th September, 2024 with an array of engaging and educational activities aimed at raising awareness about the importance of drug safety and the role of pharmacovigilance in healthcare. The theme for this year’s National Pharmacovigilance Week is “Building ADR Reporting Culture for Patient Safety”. The celebration included a poster-making competition and a speech contest, both of which highlighted the significance of monitoring the effects of medical drugs to ensure patient safety.
Poster-Making Competition
The event kicked off with a vibrant poster-making competition. Students from various departments participated enthusiastically, showcasing their creativity and knowledge of pharmacovigilance. The posters covered a wide range of topics, including the process of reporting adverse drug reactions (ADRs), the importance of drug safety, and the role of healthcare professionals in pharmacovigilance.
Source: Alumni Association SDPGIPS
The winner of the poster-making competition was Anjali (23 batch), followed by Sumit (22 batch) in 2nd place and Nitika (23 batch) in 3rd place.
Mr.Jasbeer, Dr Manish Dhall, Anjali (23 batch),Mrs.Anu Source: Alumni Association SDPGIPS
The participants used powerful visuals and informative content to convey complex ideas simply. Many posters emphasized the critical role that pharmacovigilance plays in preventing harm caused by medicines, especially in today's world, where new drugs are continually entering the market. The creativity displayed was both informative and impactful, bringing attention to an often-overlooked but crucial aspect of healthcare.
Source: Alumni Association SDPGIPS
Speech Competition
The speech competition was another highlight of the event. Students took to the stage to deliver speeches on topics related to pharmacovigilance, such as the need for public awareness, and how healthcare professionals and the general public can contribute to drug safety.
The winner of the speech competition was Renu (22 batch), followed by Jyotsna (23 batch) in 2nd place and Dheeraj (22 batch) in 3rd place.
Mr.Jasbeer, Dr Manish Dhall, Renu (22 batch),Mrs.Kavita Sapra Source: Alumni Association SDPGIPS
The speeches were insightful and thought-provoking, with participants explaining real-life examples of drug-related incidents and the systems in place to monitor and report adverse effects. The speakers also discussed the global implications of pharmacovigilance, highlighting how regulatory bodies worldwide work together to ensure the safety of medicines.
Source: Alumni Association SDPGIPS
The competitions not only allowed students to express their creativity and knowledge but also helped to foster a deeper understanding of the importance of pharmacovigilance. The event activities reinforced the message that drug safety is a shared responsibility and that everyone—from healthcare professionals to patients—has a role to play in ensuring the safe use of medications.
The event was a great success, leaving students more informed and inspired to contribute to this vital field of healthcare.