THE International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) Health and Medicines Information Section is hosting a Health Literacy Summit at the FIP Congress in Copenhagen this year.
Adelaide pharmacist Veronika Seda, who volunteers for the organisation, said the group recently collaborated with the University of Sydney on improving health literacy across the Western Pacific.
"We are expanding on these efforts and bringing pharmacists from all over the world around the table to address the health literacy gaps at the Health Literacy Summit," Seda said.
"Low health literacy leads to poorer patient outcomes, riskier health behaviours, and more hospitalisations," she continued.
"As healthcare professionals, it's our responsibility to lead the change."
The one-day Health Literacy Summit takes place the day before the conference officially starts and features world-renowned speakers.
"It is packed with information, evidence, hands-on tools to improve patient communication, and fresh ideas to enhance pharmacy practice," Seda enthused.
"Attendees will expand their knowledge, connect with passionate colleagues from around the world, and take home practical insights that will make a real difference in patient care."
The FIP World Congress of Pharmacy and Pharmaceuticals takes place in Copenhagen, Denmark, from 31 Aug to 03 Sep, with earlybird registration ending 02 Jun.
Learn more about the Health Literacy Summit HERE.
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