Friday, July 17, 2026
Please Note: All times listed below are in Central Time
6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. CT
(Optional) Networking Kickoff Activity off-site
Informal networking experience to foster early connections among attendees, speakers, and partners.
This event will be an additional cost for those interested to join. Once you register, we will send a follow-up email to collect interest and RSVPs for this event.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Please Note: Continuing Education credits will be available for attendees.
7:00 a.m.-7:30 a.m. CT
Breakfast
7:30 a.m.-8:00 a.m. CT
Welcome, Introductions and Setting the Stage
Market Trends in Self-Care Therapeutics from Consumer Health Products Association (CHPA)
This session explores the rapidly evolving landscape of self-care therapeutics, highlighting the consumer, regulatory, and innovation trends shaping the future of over-the-counter health products. Drawing on insights from the Consumer Health Products Association, the discussion will examine shifting consumer behaviors, emerging product categories, advances in science and technology, and the market forces driving growth across the self-care sector.
8:00 a.m.-8:45 a.m. CT
The PROTECT Initiative and Dosing-Error Research & CHPA Grant Opportunities
This session offers an inside look at the PROTECT Initiative’s collaborative efforts to reduce unintentional medication overdoses and improve safe use practices. Speakers will highlight current research on pediatric and adult dosing errors, emerging insights into consumer behavior, and priority areas for future study. The session will also outline upcoming CHPA grant opportunities designed to support innovative research in self-care therapeutics and practice.
8:45 a.m.-9:00 a.m. CT
Coffee Break
9:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. CT
Truth, Trust and Triage: Tackling Misinformation
This interactive session examines the growing challenge of health misinformation through three essential lenses. TRUTH explores today’s complex misinformation landscape and the forces that shape it. TRUST focuses on strengthening evidence-based communication to help organizations and experts connect more effectively with the public. TRIAGE highlights strategies for enhancing educational and curricular approaches that equip individuals with the skills to evaluate information and make informed decisions. Together, these perspectives offer a practical framework for addressing misinformation and fostering a more resilient, informed self-care environment.
11:00 a.m.-11:15 a.m. CT
Break
11:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m. CT
Speed Networking Session on Research
Join fellow workshop participants for an energetic speed networking session designed to spark fresh research ideas and foster new collaborations. In a fast paced, structured format, attendees will rotate through brief conversations that encourage sharing interests, identifying complementary expertise, and exploring potential project concepts. Whether you’re seeking partners, inspiration, or simply expanding your professional network, this session offers a dynamic way to connect with peers and ignite future research opportunities.
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. CT
Lunch and Learn Presentation
1:00 p.m.-2:50 p.m. CT
Engage, Empower, Educate Session 1: Teaching Strategies and Lightning Talks
This afternoon block will feature a combination of podium presentations and lightning talks highlighting innovative teaching models, assessment strategies, and curricular approaches related to self-care, OTC education, and community pharmacy practice. Participants will engage with presenters through interactive discussions, mini-presentations, and dedicated time for questions and dialogue.
2:50 p.m.-3:10 p.m. CT
Coffee Break
3:10 p.m.-5:00 p.m. CT
Engage, Empower, Educate Session 2: Teaching Strategies and Lightning Talks
This afternoon block will feature a combination of podium presentations and lightning talks highlighting innovative teaching models, assessment strategies, and curricular approaches related to self-care, OTC education, and community pharmacy practice. Participants will engage with presenters through interactive discussions, mini-presentations, and dedicated time for questions and dialogue.
5:00 p.m.-5:15 p.m. CT
Thank you and Wrap-Up from Self-Care Therapeutics/Nonprescription Medicine SIG, AACP Transformation Center and Academia-Community Transformation (ACT) Pharmacy Collaborative
5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. CT
Networking Reception
Sponsorship
Thanks to our Wellness Warriors Sponsor, CHPA (Consumer Healthcare Products Association) and L'oreal, and Healthy Advocates Sponsor, Boiron for their generous commitment to support the NMA workshop. Their sponsorship has made a significant impact on our ability to deliver meaningful, high-quality programming to our participants.
