World Pharmacists Day is observed on September 25 with the aim of promoting and advocating the role of the pharmacist in improving health all over the world and to encourage and promote activities that advocate the role of a pharmacist in improving health across the world.
Pharmacists' Oath
1) I Swear by the code of Ethics of Pharmacy Council of India in relation to the community and shall act as an integral part of the health care team.
2) I shall uphold the laws and standards governing my profession.
3) I shall strive to perfect and enlarge my knowledge to contribute to the advancement of pharmacy and public health.
4) I shall follow the system, which I consider best for pharmaceutical care and counseling of patients.
5) I shall endeavor to discover and manufacture drugs of quality to alleviate sufferings of humanity.
6) I shall hold in confidence the knowledge gained about the patients in connection with professional practice and never divulge unless compelled to do so by the law.
7) I shall associate with organizations having their objectives for betterment of the profession of Pharmacy and make contributions to carry out the work of those organizations.
8) While I continue to keep this Oath violated, may it be granted to me to enjoy life and the practice of pharmacy respected by all, at all times.
9) Should I trespass and violate this oath, may the reverse be my lot.