In the last article on our blog, we discussed worrying news in the province of Tanganyika, in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The provincial health inspectorate closed twenty-four pharmacies that did not meet the required standards. This measure was taken with the aim of cleaning up the pharmaceutical sector in the region and guaranteeing patient safety.
According to information provided by the provincial pharmacist inspector, Florent Moma Kasongo, several infractions were noted in these pharmacies. First, there was the illegal practice of pharmacy by people without the required qualifications. In fact, only qualified pharmacists are authorized to manage a pharmacy. In addition, the buildings housing the pharmacies did not meet established standards. The minimum surface area of 45 square meters, including spaces dedicated to the laboratory, the sales area, the small warehouse and the hygienic toilets, was not respected.
This operation to close non-compliant pharmacies follows concerns expressed by the provincial health minister of Tanganyika. During a field visit, he noted deplorable working conditions, including dust and inappropriate mixing of pharmaceutical products and other food products.
This situation raises important questions about patient safety in Tanganyika province. By closing pharmacies that do not meet required standards, health authorities seek to protect the population by ensuring that only qualified professionals work in the field of pharmacy.
This measure to clean up the pharmaceutical sector must also be accompanied by initiatives aimed at raising awareness among the population of the importance of going to legal pharmacies that comply with standards. Patients should be aware of the risks of purchasing medications from unregulated facilities.
In conclusion, this operation to close non-compliant pharmacies in the province of Tanganyika is an essential step to guarantee patient safety and clean up the pharmaceutical sector. It is imperative to ensure that only qualified professionals work in pharmacies and that the standards required for the facilities are met. Raising public awareness is also crucial to avoid the risks associated with purchasing medicines from illegal establishments.