Internship Report Conducted at Santiago Pharmacy
September 2018
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Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)
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TLDR The internship highlighted the pharmacist's important role in health education and community engagement.
The internship report by Sara Pinheiro at Farmácia Santiago detailed her six-month experience, focusing on pharmacy operations and scientific projects. Key projects included creating educational materials on androgenetic alopecia (AAG), highlighting its psychological impact, prevalence, and the importance of early diagnosis and treatment. The report explained the role of androgens, particularly dihydrotestosterone (DHT), in hair follicle miniaturization and discussed treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Additionally, the report emphasized sun protection for children, the role of pharmacists in advising on health products, and community engagement through social media and educational activities. The internship provided comprehensive exposure to pharmacy operations and underscored the pharmacist's societal impact.