In Bunia, pharmacies sell medications without proper medical oversight

Author: radiookapi.netPublished on: April 26, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Health
In Bunia, pharmacies sell medications without proper medical oversight

In Bunia, Ituri province, pharmacies sell medications without proper medical oversight, often run by individuals lacking health training. This situation, exacerbated by self-medication, poses serious public health risks, including inappropriate treatments and complications that can lead to avoidable deaths. Health professionals also criticize the uncontrolled proliferation of pharmacies, often in blatant violation of existing regulations.

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