The "PharmAcademy 2026" workshop, themed "Building a Health Foundation - Elevating Family Quality of Life", took place in July in Hanoi. The event, organized by Opella Vietnam in collaboration with the TP HCM Retail Pharmacy Association, attracted over 1,200 pharmacists at the Hanoi main hub and 22 other locations nationwide.

Dong dao duoc si tham gia chuyen de ve xay dung nen tang suc khoe gia dinh. Anh: Opella Viet Nam

During the workshop, experts presented three core topics addressing common healthcare needs of modern families.

Opening the program, Associate Professor, Doctor Nguyen Anh Tuan, Deputy Head of the Pediatrics Department, University of Medicine and Pharmacy TP HCM, and Head of General Internal Medicine 2 - Children's Hospital 1, discussed the role of the gut microbiota in early life. He clarified the link between microbiota imbalance and infant colic, emphasizing the role of Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis BB-12 in supporting microbiota balance and improving early gut health.

Next, Associate Professor, Doctor Vu Thi Thanh Huyen, Head of the Endocrinology - Musculoskeletal Department, National Geriatric Hospital, presented a topic focused on bone health for pregnant and breastfeeding women, as well as women busy with work and life. Her report highlighted the need for early attention to bone health and suggested personalized consultation approaches at pharmacies, based on calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin K.

Concluding the program, Associate Professor, Doctor of Pharmacy Nguyen Tuan Dung, a senior lecturer and former Head of the Clinical Pharmacy Department, School of Pharmacy - University of Medicine and Pharmacy TP HCM, shared insights on post-illness recovery needs. He analyzed four different conditions related to fatigue and resistance that pharmacists may encounter, and discussed the potential role of G115 ginseng and micronutrients in supporting recovery from illness and reducing modern-day fatigue.

Cac bao cao vien giai dap cau hoi cua duoc si tai phan thao luan cua chuong trinh. Anh: Opella Viet Nam

In addition to the expert presentations, Opella Vietnam also introduced solutions linked to common consultation needs at pharmacies. For young children, the solution of supplementing Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis BB-12 was mentioned for supporting early gut health, particularly in cases of infant colic and microbiota imbalance.

For pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and women busy with work and life, solutions combining calcium with vitamin D and K were introduced in a personalized manner, tailored to the bone health needs of each group. For individuals requiring post-illness recovery, solutions combining G115 ginseng with micronutrients were discussed for supporting recovery, boosting energy, and maintaining resistance.

Ba bao cao vien chup hinh cung ban to chuc sau khi khep lai tai PharmAcademy 2026. Anh: Opella Viet Nam

"Simplifying self-care and strengthening the professional expertise of pharmacists is how we realize our goal of bringing health to every citizen. We continue to collaborate to enhance health literacy, care for the community, and work towards a healthier Vietnam," shared Doctor of Pharmacy Valentina Belcheva, Director of Opella Vietnam & Cambodia.

Concluding the series of "PharmAcademy 2026" activities, the program reaffirmed its direction of bringing specialized content closer to pharmacy realities, attracting over 2,700 pharmacists across two event themes and achieving over 95% attendee satisfaction. Pharmacists who completed all modules and program requirements had the opportunity to receive CPE. PharmAcademy 2026 also embodied the spirit of "Strong pharmacy skills, strong customer trust", accompanying pharmacists in Opella Vietnam's journey to enhance their consultation capabilities and community healthcare at pharmacies.

Hai My