Reducing Chemical Exposure At Home Community Service Project
The Faculty of Pharmacy at Tishk International University arranged a community service project between September 2022 to February 2023 to raise awareness against the harmful effects of chemical misuse at home, including cleaning our hands or washing the dishes.
The results of wrongful usage can lead to various diseases and inflammations that can sometimes even be fatal. To reduce such risks, the students of our faculty, under the supervision of Mr. Mohammed Fatih and Ms. Dania Awni, gathered at Family Mall to demonstrate the correct way to use such chemicals in order to protect themselves and their families from the risks associated with the chemicals.
The aims of the project have been achieved through the following:
1. A booklet in the Kurdish language was prepared by our students for the public, explaining the role of chemical products in cleaning and how to use them correctly. Moreover, the side effects of misusing them and their mechanism that links cancer and infertility with the misuse of chemical materials were illustrated. An alternative to harmful chemical compounds was also included in the booklet.
2. Visiting public areas such as Sami Abdurrahman park, bazaar, and malls to talk about the side effect of chemical exposure at home.
3. Sharing health awareness on social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram.
4. Preparing and sharing two videos on YouTube to reach more regional and international audiences.
5. Preparing seminars and presentations for cleaners and school students.
The Faculty of Pharmacy extends its deepest gratitude to Kar Group and Paky Hospital for sponsoring this project. The project was held in Family Mall on two consecutive days.
