The Faculty of Pharmacy at Beirut Arab University celebrated World Pharmacists Day 2026 by organizing a health awareness day under the theme “Pharmacists for a Healthier Community.” The celebration commenced with an opening ceremony featuring welcoming remarks delivered by the Faculty executive administrator, Dr. Hanadi Jazi, the Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy, Prof. Azza Ghazy, the President of Beirut Arab University, Prof. Wael Nabil Abdel Salam, and the President of the Order of Pharmacists of Lebanon (OPL), Dr. Abdel Rahman Merkbawi. Their addresses emphasized the essential contribution of pharmacists to patient care, medication safety, health promotion, and the advancement of pharmaceutical practice.

The event was attended by prominent healthcare and pharmaceutical sector representatives, university officials, deans, faculty members and students.

The event featured health awareness booths in the Green Area, supervised by faculty members, students, and PharmD graduates. Activities included medication reviews, counseling on the appropriate use of medicines, and awareness of potential drug interactions. Participants also benefited from health screenings, including blood pressure, blood glucose, and body mass index measurements.

Additional services covered natural products and dietary supplements, skincare, and cosmetic consultations, alongside practical advice on healthy lifestyle choices. The initiative highlighted the essential role of pharmacists in disease prevention, health promotion, and improving community well-being.