Within the scientific events and activities of the College of Pharmacy for the academic year 2023-2024, The Pharmaceuticals and Toxicology department in cooperation with the Continuing Education Unit and the Women’s Empowerment Unit in the college organized a scientific workshop entitled:
(Misuse of Drug for Cosmetic Purpose in Iraq)
The workshop included a lecture by Dr. Younis Hammad Johan and Pharmacist Ruqayya Fahi Jawad, during which they gave a detailed explanation of common skin diseases resulting from the incorrect use of cosmetics or the use of lasers and other modern methods such as infrared waves and ultrasound, and methods for their correct use. In cosmetic surgeries, as well as health risks from misuse by non-specialized and licensed persons.
The workshop lecturers also pointed out that there are many counterfeit and unwanted cosmetics that contain corticosteroid compounds or toxic substances such as mercury and others and are sold in pharmacies and shops, which leads to the appearance of side effects and many diseases. The symposium aimed to raise health awareness and educate the community about the widespread negative phenomena regarding cosmetic surgeries of all kinds and the use of cosmetics in a safe and healthy manner.