Epheu- European Association of Employed community Pharmacists in Europe

07/06/2025

🇭🇷 Croatia has officially declared 2025 as the Year of Pharmacy!

We are proud to share this important milestone from Croatia, recognizing the vital role of pharmacists in public health and the healthcare system.

The declaration coincides with several significant anniversaries for the Croatian pharmacy profession:
🔹 30th anniversary of the Croatian Chamber of Pharmacists
🔹 100 years since the establishment of the first Pharmacy Chamber on Croatian territory (Kingdom of SHS)
🔹 120th anniversary of the Croatian Pharmaceutical Society
🔹 130 years since the enactment of the first Pharmacy Law

Throughout 2025, a series of national events will take place under the patronage of the Croatian Parliament, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, Croatian Health Insurance Fund, Croatian Institute of Public Health, academic institutions, professional societies, and international partners.

The Year of Pharmacy is both a symbolic and practical step toward further recognition of pharmacists as essential healthcare providers. In Croatia, over 4,500 pharmacists work in community and hospital pharmacies, academia, and healthcare institutions, making pharmacy one of the most accessible and impactful professions in healthcare.

We warmly invite our colleagues across Europe to follow these activities and celebrate this achievement with us.

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03/06/2025

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22/05/2025

21/05/2025

Yesterday, our Executive board had the pleasure of meeting with International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) President Paul Sinclair and FIP CEO Catherine Duggan for a working session focused on strengthening collaboration between EPhEU and FIP.

Our shared goal is clear: to empower community pharmacists and ensure their essential role in health systems across Europe and beyond is recognized and supported.

The meeting was highly productive, with concrete steps agreed upon to advance the future of our profession. Looking forward to what we will achieve together!

20/05/2025

Pharmacists at the Forefront of Global Health Challenges — WHA Geneva 2025
Honoured to take part in the FIP Side Event “Pharmacists and Pharmacy – Evidence Based Solutions to Global Threats”, hosted in collaboration with the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies during the 78th World Health Assembly in Geneva.
This high-level event brought together global health leaders to highlight the indispensable role of pharmacists in tackling global threats—from antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and non-communicable diseases (NCDs) to climate change and humanitarian crises.
Key themes included:
Strengthening the global pharmacy workforce
Expanding pharmacist-led vaccination and self-care initiatives
Optimizing antimicrobial stewardship through evidence-based practices
Ensuring equitable access to medicines in fragile and crisis-affected settings
Grateful to witness inspiring presentations by experts including Catherine Duggan (FIP), Paul Sinclair AM (FIP), Dr Petra Khoury (IFRC), and policy leaders from WHO, Portugal, Sweden, and beyond.
Together, we reaffirmed the importance of multistakeholder collaboration in achieving resilient, people-centred health systems.

International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP)

20/05/2025

EPhEU at the 78th World Health Assembly

EPhEU is proud to be represented as an official International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) delegate at the 78th World Health Assembly in Geneva.
Our Board Members — Andreas May, Norbert Valecka, and Katarina Fehir Šola — are actively participating in key panels and high-level events, advocating for the essential role of pharmacists in global health systems.
This week, our delegates are contributing to strategic dialogues at:
Digital Health Without Borders
Empowering Self-Care: Digital Innovations for NCD Prevention & Management
FIP Global Health Forum
Accelerating Catalytic Financing in a New Era
Better adherence, Better Control, Better health
As the healthcare landscape evolves, EPhEU remains committed to strengthening the pharmacist’s voice in policymaking and innovation at the global level.
🤝 We thank International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) for the opportunity to collaborate and represent our profession at the highest level of global health diplomacy.

07/05/2025

🇪🇺✨ Meet the New EPhEU Executive Board!

We are proud to introduce the newly co-opted leadership of EPhEU:

👨‍⚖️ President: Andreas May (Germany)
🤝 Vice President: Philippe Floquet (France)
🖋️ General Secretary: Katarina Fehir Šola (Croatia)
💼 Treasurer: Norbert Valecka (Austria)

💬 To all our members, thank you for your continued trust and support. We are building a more connected, empowered, and resilient future for European pharmacy practice and pharmaceutical care through meaningful collaboration.

This diverse and experienced team is united by a shared vision: to strengthen the voice of employed community pharmacists across Europe, foster solidarity among member organizations, and advance pharmaceutical care through meaningful collaboration.

07/05/2025

Productive Board Meeting in Vienna

Today, the EPhEU Executive Board gathered in Vienna to address key topics shaping the future of our organization and cross-border cooperation in pharmacy.

On the agenda:
🔹 Strengthening our collaboration through FIP membership
🔹 Establishing new contacts
🔹 Continuing dialogue with regulatory authorities
🔹 Sharing updates and open discussion on current initiatives

We thank all board members for their active engagement and commitment to advancing the profession through unified European representation.

Together, we continue to shape a strong, connected future for employed community pharmacists across Europe. 🌍💊

20/03/2025

🌍 Exciting Developments Ahead!

Today, we held a meeting of the Executive Board to discuss key projects and strategic plans for the upcoming period. Exciting initiatives are on the horizon, aiming to further strengthen our impact and drive innovation in the field.

With a shared vision and commitment, we are shaping new opportunities, enhancing collaboration, and setting ambitious goals for the future. Stay tuned as we progress with inspiring projects that will make a real difference!

🔜 More updates coming soon – together, we grow, innovate, and lead!

18/11/2024

Today, on Day 1 of World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week, we highlight the importance of appropriate sore throat management. When it comes to diagnosing and treating sore throats, there are three steps to successful assessment: 1) Performing a clinical examination; 2) Obtaining a patient history; and 3) Performing point-of-care diagnostics.

11/11/2024

🌟 Exciting News - New members of EPhEU!

At our General Assembly on 8-9 November, we were thrilled to welcome two new members to the EPhEU family:
🇷🇴 Sindicatul National a Farmacistilor din Romania (SNFR) - Romania
🇮🇪 Irish Association of Employed Pharmacists - Ireland
Congratulations to our new members!
Together, we are strengthening the network of employed community pharmacists across Europe, fostering collaboration, and amplifying our collective voice in advancing pharmacy practice and patient care.
Welcome, SNFR and the Irish Association of Employed Pharmacists!
We look forward to the impactful journey ahead!

09/11/2024

📢 Exciting news from EPhEU!

We are thrilled to announce the newly elected leadership team for the 2025-2027 mandate at the EPhEU General Assembly! With diverse expertise and a shared vision for the future of pharmacy, this team is ready to guide us forward, championing the interests of employed community pharmacists across Europe.

🌟 President: Mark Koziol
🌟 Vice President: Greta Torbergsen
🌟 General Secretary: Katarina Fehir Šola
🌟 Treasurer: Norbert Valecka
🌟 Board Members: Andreas May, Philippe Floquet, and Klaudiusz Gajewski

Congratulations to our dedicated leaders! We look forward to an impactful journey that will foster professional growth, advocate for pharmacists' roles, and enhance community health services across Europe.