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Being part of ACEQF is not worth it, it's worth life
The Colombian Association of Students of Pharmaceutical Chemistry (ACEQF in Spanish) is a non-profit organization, consisting of students belonging to programs that train Pharmaceutical Chemists in Colombia. It is dedicated to leading grassroots processes for the academic, social, and cultural development of all its members. In this way, the aim is to train integral professionals who are at the service of the community in general. In order to commemorate Cardiovascular Risk Day on 03/14/2020, this time it was Usiacuri' s turn. The ACEQF Atlantic section board traveled to Usicuri intending to give talks on good healthy living habits to prevent cardiovascular risks, donated clothes, books, and measured blood pressure. The inhabitants of the vulnerable area were very happy and comfortable with the activities that were carried out. The aims of the activity were giving talks on good healthy living habits to prevent cardiovascular risks, donated clothes, and measured blood pressure.
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Also, every year a National Symposium of Pharmaceutical Chemistry students is held in Colombia. Last year, the V National Symposium of Pharmaceutical Chemistry Students was planned to be held in April. However, the pandemic caused by the new Coronavirus did not allow it to be carried out and it was decided to postpone it. So, it took place from 09/11/2020 to 09/13/2020 an online event with 9 speakers during 3 days.
The aim was to give extra education to pharmaceutical students of Colombia and other countries. Therefore, additional activities, such as raffles with contests, were held.
Furthermore, an event was celebrated: A smile at Christmas, from the Universidad del Atlántico in conjunction with ACEQF Sectional Atlantic collected utensils, food, gifts to give to a population of children located in the neighborhood Santo Domingo de Guzmán in Barranquilla. It turned out on 12/24/2020. Also, it was a great day because we were able to bring joy and gifts to each of the children present at the activity It is gratifying to see how you can contribute and make a positive impact in the community, that is one of the most important reasons for us as Pharmaceutical Chemists. Public health is vitally important and what a wonderful thing it was to give this experience to this population in need. Finally, it was proven once again that being part of ACEQF is not worth it, it' s worth living.
