Ethics and Law Series- Health Profession Regulatory Bodies Act and The Public Health Act

What Will You Learn?

• Legal Responsibilities Under the Public Health Act – Understand the key provisions of the Public Health Act, 2012 (Act 851) that govern pharmacy practice, including regulations on medicines, professional conduct, and public health protection.
• Ethical & Legal Decision-Making in Pharmacy Practice – Learn how to navigate ethical dilemmas in pharmacy practice while ensuring compliance with legal frameworks set by the Pharmacy Council and the FDA.
• Regulatory Enforcement & Compliance – Gain insights into the roles of the FDA and Pharmacy Council in ensuring medicine safety, quality, and professional accountability, and how pharmacists can maintain compliance.
• Handling Legal Risks & Professional Accountability – Identify potential legal risks in pharmacy practice, such as dispensing errors, unregistered medicines, and regulatory breaches, and learn strategies to mitigate liability while upholding professional standards.