EMPATHY IN ACTION: A TRANSFORMATIVE VISIT TO MOON CARE NURSING HOME BY PHARMACY STUDENTS AND FACULTY
On 8th January 2024, a group of 29 Year 4 Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) students, accompanied by three lecturers, embarked on a meaningful visit to the Moon Care Nursing Home (Sungai Lalang Branch) in Kedah. Their mission extended beyond conventional health assessments and medication reviews, as the group sought to instill a sustainable and compassionate ethos in their approach to elderly care.
The students, through a combination of informative sessions and heartfelt interactions, aimed to underscore the importance of integrating sustainable healthcare practices and a holistic, caring mindset to meet the distinctive needs of the elderly population. This visit not only symbolised a commitment to advancing long-term well-being but also served as a testament to the pivotal role of compassionate care within the field of geriatric pharmacy.
The lecturers who played pivotal roles in orchestrating this impactful visit were Ms. Ng Yee Mei, serving as the course coordinator, Mr. Ganesh Pandian B, the co-coordinator, and Prof. Dr. Nahlah Elkudssiah Ismail, the Dean of Faculty of Pharmacy who contributed as a co-lecturer.
Their guidance and expertise facilitated an enriching experience for the students, reinforcing the importance of compassionate care and sustainable healthcare practices in the field of geriatric pharmacy.
