WITH International Self-Care Day taking place yesterday, the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) has urged Australians to seek health information from pharmacists instead of unverified websites and online influencers.
The PSA highlighted the growing problem of online misinformation and the essential role all pharmacists play in providing evidence-based advice.
PSA National President A/Prof Fei Sim emphasised that while self-care is crucial, it should complement professional healthcare.
She warned that misinformation from social media can be dangerous and encourages people to trust pharmacists as registered professionals dedicated to accurate and safe health advice.
As a member of the Australian Self-Care Alliance, the PSA offers over 100 Self-Care Fact Cards to help make informed health decisions.
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