BUKO Pharma-Kampagne

BUKO Pharma-Kampagne is a non-profit organization based in Germany that focuses on the promotion of health and medicine in developing countries. The organization was established in 1981 and has since been involved in various campaigns to improve access to essential medicines, promote rational use of drugs, and advocate for fair trade in the pharmaceutical industry.

History[edit | edit source]

The BUKO Pharma-Kampagne was founded in 1981 in Bielefeld, Germany. The organization was established in response to the growing concerns about the unethical practices in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in developing countries. The founders of BUKO Pharma-Kampagne aimed to create an organization that would advocate for the rights of patients and promote fair trade in the pharmaceutical industry.

Activities[edit | edit source]

BUKO Pharma-Kampagne carries out a wide range of activities aimed at promoting health and medicine in developing countries. These activities include:

Advocacy: BUKO Pharma-Kampagne advocates for the rights of patients and promotes fair trade in the pharmaceutical industry. The organization works with various stakeholders, including governments, non-governmental organizations, and the pharmaceutical industry, to promote policies that ensure access to essential medicines and rational use of drugs.

Education: BUKO Pharma-Kampagne provides education and training to healthcare professionals, policy makers, and the general public on various issues related to health and medicine. The organization offers workshops, seminars, and training programs on topics such as drug safety, rational use of medicines, and health policy.

Research: BUKO Pharma-Kampagne conducts research on various issues related to health and medicine. The organization's research focuses on topics such as access to medicines, drug safety, and the impact of pharmaceutical policies on health outcomes.

Impact[edit | edit source]

BUKO Pharma-Kampagne has made significant contributions to the promotion of health and medicine in developing countries. The organization's advocacy efforts have led to policy changes that have improved access to essential medicines and promoted rational use of drugs. In addition, BUKO Pharma-Kampagne's education and training programs have increased awareness and understanding of health and medicine issues among healthcare professionals, policy makers, and the general public.