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Hey everyone! 👋 Which course do you think is the hardest in pharmacy? - Medicinal Chemistry 👍  - Pharmacology 💔  - Pharmacognosy 🤯  - Therapy 😢  If you think there’s another tough one, let us know in the comments! We want to hear your thoughts! 💬

💡 More Than Just Business She also established Masbez Packaging PLC (foam packaging) and ZAFUNA Mining PLC (emerald mining), proving her versatility in entrepreneurship. ❤️ A Legacy of Impact & Giving Back 🔸 Stabilized Ethiopia’s pharmaceutical market 🔸 Provides free insulin to 200 diabetic patients monthly 🔸 Sponsors 10-12 university students (mostly women) annually 🔸 Supports schools with essential materials 👩‍👧‍👧 Empowering Future Generations Beyond business, Zaf raised three successful daughters: a doctor, an operations manager, and a financial consultant, ensuring they had access to quality education. 💪 A True Market Disruptor & Change-Maker Zaf Gebre Tsadik proved that hard work, vision, and compassion can transform industries and lives. Her journey is a testament to the power of women in leadership, making her story even more inspiring as we celebrate March 8 – International Women’s Day. 🌸 Happy Women's Day to all the incredible women making a difference in the world! Your strength, resilience, and leadership inspire us every day. 🔸 Presented by: EPSA Jimma Media & Publications Follow us on: Instagram | Telegram | National | LinkedIn Contact us: Feedback

Zaf Gebre Tsadik: A Trailblazing Pharmacist Transforming Healthcare & Empowering Lives 👩‍⚕️ From a Curious Child to a Healthcare Pioneer Born in Bishoftu, Zaf excelled in school and pursued pharmacy at Addis Ababa University. Her passion for medicine and helping others was evident from a young age. After graduating in 1980, she led the pharmacy department at Debre Birhan Hospital and later Zewditu Memorial Hospital. During the 1985 famine, she worked with Catholic Relief Services, distributing medications across Ethiopia. 💼 Building a Pharmaceutical Empire In 1991, she founded ZAF Pharmaceuticals PLC, now a leading importer & distributor of medicine and medical supplies. From a one-woman operation, ZAF has grown to employ 180 people. 🌍 Expanding Beyond Ethiopia Recognizing the demand for capsules in Africa, she co-founded Sino Ethiop Associate (Africa) PLC, the only capsule producer in Sub-Saharan Africa, creating another 180 jobs.

In celebration of March 8 – International Women’s Day, meet a trailblazing Ethiopian woman who transformed healthcare and empowered countless lives! 🚀 Stay tuned – dropping in 15 minutes! 🔸 By: EPSA Jimma Media & Publications

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🎗️ AFROMOVEMBER Campaign💙 Let’s shine a light on men’s health! 🚹 This Movember, let’s look at PROSTATE CANCER: its causes, signs and symptoms,risk factors and how Pharmacists are involved in therapy!🌟 🩺 Take a step towards awareness and proactive care. 📣 Share to spread the word! #AfroMovember #Movember2024 #IPSFAfro

Diabetes and Well-Being Managing diabetes goes beyond blood sugar control; it’s about overall health 💙. *Stay on track with:* 📌 Healthy Eating 🥗 Focus on balanced meals with whole grains, lean proteins, and veggies. 📌 Staying Active 🏃‍♀️ Aim for 30 minutes of exercise most days to boost insulin sensitivity. 📌 Mental Health  Stress Management 🧘‍♂️ Use mindfulness and hobbies to manage stress. 📌 Regular Monitoring  Support 🩺 Track blood sugar and connect with healthcare professionals for guidance. Take control of your health—one step at a time! 🌟