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Yuhan Yanghang opened an online history museum on the 11th, showcasing a century of its development and contributions to Korean public health.

The Mapo-gu Pharmaceutical Society hosted a gathering in Yangpyeong with board members and senior pharmacist shelter members, celebrating the award-winning video on retired pharmacists.

Korean Health Promotion Institute launches a 7‑week campaign to boost fruit and vegetable consumption among single‑person households, targeting 500 g daily intake.

Viatris has created a combined Korea-Japan market cluster, appointing Kim Sun-a, CEO of Viatris Japan, as cluster head to coordinate strategies and strengthen collaboration.

Influenza is spreading earlier than usual and COVID‑19 admissions are increasing, raising concerns of concurrent respiratory infections this fall.

A nationwide pharmacists rally will be held on Sep 20, 2026 in Seoul, open to pharmacists and pharmacy students, with organized bus transport and required pharmacist coats.

Sanofi began nationwide supply of its high‑dose influenza vaccine Efluelda, a four‑times antigen‑rich formulation aimed at adults 65+ to boost immune response.

BooKwang Pharmaceutical was honored as a 2026 'Top Job Company' by South Korea's Ministry of Employment and Labor for its flexible work and long-service support programs.

Influenza physician visits hit 13.3 per 1,000 outpatients in late August, double last year, while COVID-19 hospital admissions have more than doubled in four weeks.

The Uijeongbu District Court ruled that the existing pharmacy retains exclusive rights, rejecting claims of illicit compensation tied to a 240 million KRW payment.

The Ministry of Health and Welfare issued a personnel order on Sept. 10, 2026, naming a new director for National Naju Hospital and promoting several officials to Grade 3.

Member Choi Eun-a of the Gyeongsan Pharmacy Association announced the funeral of her father, to be held at Oksan Funeral Hall, Special Room 201, on September 12, 2026 at 06:30.