FIP has launched the FIP Montreal Declaration on non-communicable diseases (NCDs), reaffirming the profession's commitment to accelerating action against the world's leading cause of death and disability. The declaration was officially signed by FIP president Paul Sinclair AM and Deb Saltmarche from the Canadian Pharmacists Association during the second plenary session in Canada today. FIP Member Organisations are also invited to sign the declaration at the 2026 FIP world congress. The declaration is further supported by a number of FIP partner organisations. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/eNkAPCTE
The declaration comes at a pivotal time. Following the 2025 United Nations Political Declaration on NCDs and mental health and well-being, 2026 has become a key year for translating global commitments into action. Strengthening pharmacy's contribution to NCD prevention and management is one of FIP's advocacy priorities for this year, with pharmacists recognised as essential to delivering integrated, people-centred primary health care.
The declaration calls for stronger policies enabling pharmacists to practise to the full extent of their expertise across prevention, screening, early detection, treatment optimisation and long-term management of NCDs. It also highlights the importance of sustainable remuneration, workforce development, digital health, interprofessional collaboration and equitable access to pharmacy services. Particular attention is given to addressing shared risk factors, including tobacco use, nutrition, physical activity, immunisation, self-care and health literacy, while recognising the needs of people living with NCDs in humanitarian and vulnerable settings.
The declaration also commits FIP and its member organisations to translating these priorities into national action through strengthened pharmacy services, measurable outcomes and continued sharing of best practices, supporting global efforts to reduce the burden of NCDs and build more resilient and sustainable health systems.