Pharmacists Against Drug Abuse

20/11/2025

TAAMRADA CAMPAIGN - Together Against Antimicrobial Resistance and Drug Abuse.

The Pharmacists Against Drug Abuse (PADA) together with Zimbabwe Pharmaceutical Students Association (ZPSA) collaborated on a video campaign project to raise awareness on AntimicrobialResistance (AMR) and Drug Abuse, creating a unified narrative around two public health challenges that urgently need attention.

This health campaign brings together a diverse group of people to show that antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and drug abuse affects everyone, regardless of profession, age, or where we come from.

The campaign highlights that AMR is not just a medical issue — it impacts our farms, hospitals, homes, environment, and communities. That is why the One Health approach is essential. It recognizes that human health, animal health, and environmental health are interconnected. Responsible antibiotic use in agriculture, proper prescribing and dispensing in healthcare, and public awareness all work together to prevent resistance.

When we stand together, we can prevent drug abuse, slow the spread of AMR, and protect the medicines we depend on. One world. One health. One shared responsibility.

25/09/2025

Today 25 September, is the World Pharmacists Day! 💊💉

This day is recognized internationally as a day to recognize and celebrate the crucial role that pharmacists play in building healthier communities everywhere.

Pharmacists are integral to the healthcare systems, often being the first point of contact for health advice and primary health care, as well as addressing the health needs of our nation in many varied ways, including: providing access to essential medicines, provision of expertise in patient care, promoting disease prevention, medical research, manufacturing of medicines & vaccines, pharmacovigilance and so on.

Take a time to celebrate your personal pharmacist today!

Think Health, Think Pharmacist!

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03/09/2025

On Saturday the 30th of August 2025 we joined hands with Martin Luther Church on the Anti Drug and Substance Abuse Campaign that was held at their church with the primary audience being their youth and parents.

To bring vibrance and glamor to our presence on this occasion, as PADA, we partnered with ZPSA and managed to conduct both knowledge delivery on drug abuse, as well as BP checks and patient counseling for the elderly.

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19/07/2025

Yesterday, on Friday 18 July 2025, the Zimbabwe Republic Police CID Drugs and Narcotics, commemorated the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. This event took place in Mbare, Harare. Several high impact activities were carried which included; 10km fun run, police band march, road show, testimonies from inmates & care givers, entertainment from ZPCS & ZRP Police band. Lastly, there was an entertaining soccer match between Zim Musicians FC and ZRP CID Drugs. Pharmacy professionals also dedicated their time to educate the public and raise awareness on drug & substance abuse.

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International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP)
World Health Organization (WHO)
World Health Organization Zimbabwe

18/07/2025

Yesterday on Thursday 17 July 2025, the Pharmacists Against Drug Abuse (PADA), had representatives who educated students who are gathered at the National Handball tournament taking place at Churchill Boys High School. More than 2000 students are estimated to be present at this national handball tournament. Pharmacy professionals from the Pharmaceutical Society of Zimbabwe (PSZ) are constantly raising awareness on the dangers associated with drug and substance abuse. Let’s all join hands in the fight against drug and substance abuse.

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26/06/2025

Today 26 June, is the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. This year the theme is, “The evidence is clear: Invest in prevention…”

As pharmacy professionals, we carried out a successful national advocacy campaigns to raise awareness on the dangers of drug/substance abuse, the laws governing drug abuse, national documents addressing drug abuse, harm reduction, treatment and rehabilitation of substance users. These multiple advocacy campaigns were done at; the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC) Television (TV), ZiFM stereo, and Classic 263 radio station.

Drug and substance abuse (DSA) has become a significant public health, development and national security challenge in Zimbabwe, and a potential threat to the country’s development trajectory in terms of our economy and social stability.

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World Health Organization African Region
World Health Organization (WHO)
Ministry of Health and Child Care
First Mutual Health
Drug and Toxicology Information Services
International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP)
ZBC News Online
ZiFM Stereo
Classic263
UNODC - United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime

23/06/2025

Don’t miss out on this event!

The Pharmaceutical Society of Zimbabwe (PSZ) and Pharmacists Against Drug Abuse (PADA), is inviting you to attend this scheduled Continuous Professional Development (CPD) workshop, which will be held on Saturday 28 June 2025 at 1400hrs. The workshop venue is; ZiMA House, 172 Baines Avenue, Harare.

This event will be a commemoration of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking - 26 June. This year the theme is; “The evidence is clear: Invest in prevention”. The key presentation will be delivered by Dr Rukudzo Mwamuka.

For any additional information, contact or call: +263772143333 // +263772289988

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31/05/2025

Today 31 May 2025 is the World No To***co Day.

The theme this year is “Unmasking the Appeal: Exposing Industry Tactics on To***co and Ni****ne Products.”
The attractive marketing of to***co and ni****ne products these days is contributing to early initiation of smoking and ni****ne use to the young population/audience that is exposed to this marketing.
Read more: https://www.who.int/news/item/11-11-2024-no-to***co-day-2025--unmasking-the-appeal

To***co use is a global health problem with 1.13 billion smokers and 8 million deaths annually, including 1.2 million from second-hand smoke. It is a burden on individuals, communities and economies, causing various diseases and preventable deaths. To***co is a major risk factor for non-communicable diseases such as chronic respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, cancer and diabetes.
Read more: https://ncd.fip.org/to***co-use/

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08/05/2025

The Pharmaceutical Society of Zimbabwe (PSZ) is inviting you to this physical CPD workshop scheduled for Saturday 10 May 2025.

The objective of this session is to educate pharmacists on the critical issue of doping in sports, its implications, and the role of healthcare professionals in addressing it. The workshop will be 1 hour to 2 hours long and will be delivered in person at the University of Zimbabwe (efforts are being made to also enable virtual attendance on the Zoom platform).
We will be exchanging insights on many aspects of this topic, including anti-doping regulations, banned substances, and testing procedures.

CPD program overview;
Dr. N. Munyonga – Doping in sports. The overall role of health professionals in sports,
including at Olympics games.
Mr. B. Mufakwadziya – Impact of using drugs/substances and the impact of doping, to the
user and the nation at large.
Mr. N. Muparadzi – The role of pharmacists in sports, including at Olympics games.

For more information, contact the PSZ office on +263781170515

17/03/2025

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12/03/2025

Tune in to 3kTV national television channel and listen to the discussion on drug abuse and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The channel can be accessed on DsTV channel 293.

Today Wednesday 12 March 2025, at 1730hrs…

11/03/2025

Today on Tuesday 11 March 2025, as representatives of the Pharmaceutical Society of Zimbabwe (PSZ), we visited Mutoko Secondary High School to raise awareness about the dangers of drug and substance abuse amongst the students.

We talked to more than 1 052 students and; 10 school staff members were present.

Let’s join forces in the fight against drug and substance abuse!