October is American Pharmacists Month, and the role of pharmacists have transformed over the years. Learn more in this story.





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A Look at the Growing Number of U.S. Pharmacists

The role of pharmacists has undergone a profound transformation over the years, evolving from traditional medication dispensers to experts in drug information and medication management who play a pivotal role in patient care and safety.

October is American Pharmacists Month, providing an opportunity to look at how this occupation has changed in recent years.

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Most notably, the number of pharmacists rose every year from 2018 (286,400) to 2023 (337,400), a 17.8% increase, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

In comparison, the total number of U.S. workers ages 25 to 64 during the same period grew only 3.1% from 128 million to about 132 million.

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* The women in the profession
* The difference between gender pay gap between male and women pharmacists
* The difference of race and ethnicity in the pharmacy field





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