Here’s the translation to American English:
The Business Federation of Pharmacists of Castilla-La Mancha (FEFCAM) has expressed its concern over the possibility of unpaid pharmaceutical invoices by the Administration in the Valencian Community. According to the organization, this situation not only has economic repercussions but also raises serious questions of justice, institutional responsibility, and the sustainability of the healthcare system.
FEFCAM has warned that any destabilization in the pharmacy model could have immediate negative effects on public health. This is particularly alarming for the most vulnerable groups, such as chronic patients, poly-medicated individuals, or those dependent on medications, who require a constant and reliable supply of pharmaceuticals.
Álvaro Carmena, president of FEFCAM, has called on the relevant authorities to seek urgent solutions to ensure the sustainability of the system. Carmena emphasized the importance of protecting the Spanish model of community pharmacies, which has been essential, especially in rural areas and during health crises like the Covid-19 pandemic.
The FEFCAM leader stressed that pharmacies should be viewed not only as dispensers of medications but as key players in community healthcare. The organization has also urged society and politicians to unite in defending pharmacies, which they see as an indispensable component of the healthcare system.
Finally, FEFCAM has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting and strengthening the role of pharmacies in public health, reminding that its primary goal is to safeguard the well-being of the population and ensure the sustainability of the healthcare model as a whole. For over two decades, the Federation has been advocating for the interests of more than 400 pharmacies in Castilla-La Mancha, collaborating with various provincial associations to guarantee the continuity and quality of healthcare services in the region.
via: MiMub in Spanish
