Pharma Deutschland to Host Self-Medication Summit in September

Pharma Deutschland, the German association representing the pharmaceutical and medical device industry, announced it will host a summit focused on self-medication. The event, titled "Selbstverständlich Selbstmedikation" (Self-Medication as a Matter of Course), is scheduled for September 23, 2026, at the Amplifier venue in Berlin.

The summit aims to facilitate discussions on expanding the use of self-medication with non-prescription medicines and health products in Germany. Pharma Deutschland posits that increased personal responsibility, self-care, and prevention can contribute significantly to the healthcare system's financing and resource optimization. The organization views self-medication, alongside professional advice from pharmacies and doctors' offices, as a crucial first step in personal health management.

The gathering is set to bring together high-level experts from politics, medicine, pharmacy, insurance, industry, media, and academia. Participants will explore how self-medication currently alleviates the healthcare system and identify its potential for future, resilient healthcare provision.

Pharma Deutschland emphasized that further expansion of self-medication is vital for the future viability of the healthcare system and a resilient society. The summit provides a platform for key stakeholders to address these issues and strategize on strengthening the role of self-care in Germany's health landscape.