The present research aims to explore the impact of workload on the mental well-being of hospital pharmacists, focusing on the mediating roles of mindfulness and perceived organizational support (POS). Utilizing a cross-sectional design, data were collected from 411 hospital pharmacists in Punjab, Pakistan, during July–September 2023 via stratified sampling. Mental well-being was assessed using the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9), the workload was assessed by the NASA Task Load Index (NASA-TLX), mindfulness using the Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire—Short Form (FFMQ-SF), and POS using a modified version of the Survey of Perceived Organizational Support (SPOS). Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) was performed to validate the measurement model, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the constructs involved. Further, the study utilized the PROCESS macro within SPSS (v28) to conduct mediation analysis, evaluating both direct and indirect effects of workload on mental well-being through the proposed mediators. The findings revealed a significant negative influence of workload on the participants’ mental well-being (β = − 0.472, p < 0.001). Three indirect pathways further affect this association: through mindfulness (β = − 0.208, p < 0.001), POS (β = − 0.135, p < 0.001), and serially through both mindfulness and POS (β = − 0.073, p < 0.001). These indirect effects collectively account for a substantial portion of the overall impact. The findings highlight the importance of implementing strategies to manage workload and enhance mindfulness and organizational support to promote the mental well-being of hospital pharmacists.

Hospital pharmacists frequently face significant job stress, adversely impacting their well-being. Work schedule flexibility is often proposed as a potential buffer against job stress, yet its effectiveness among hospital pharmacists remains understudied. This study investigates the moderating effect of work schedule flexibility on the relationship between job stress and well-being among hospital pharmacists in Punjab, Pakistan. A cross-sectional survey was conducted between September 2023 and January 2024, involving 414 pharmacists working in public hospitals in Punjab province. The study utilized standardized scales to measure well-being, stress levels, and work schedule flexibility among the participants. Bivariate correlation and multiple regression analyses examined the relationships and interaction effects among the study variables. Bivariate correlation analysis revealed a negative association between job stress and well-being, a positive association between work schedule flexibility and well-being, and a negative association between work schedule flexibility and job stress. Multiple regression analysis indicated that work schedule flexibility significantly moderated the relationship between job stress and well-being, with the interaction term showing a significant effect. The findings underscore the importance of work schedule flexibility in mitigating the negative effects of job stress on the well-being of hospital pharmacists. Implementing policies that enhance work schedule flexibility may serve as an effective strategy to improve pharmacists’ well-being and job satisfaction. Further research is needed to explore these dynamics in healthcare settings and among diverse professional groups.

Background: Public health campaigns are vital in promoting infection control behaviors, particularly during health crises. The effectiveness of such campaigns can be influenced by various factors, including the perceived credibility of the messages, health literacy, and motivation to adopt health behaviors. Understanding the relationships between these factors is crucial for enhancing the impact of health campaigns. This study aimed to examine the effect of the perceived credibility of public health campaigns on infection control behaviors, with health literacy and motivation serving as mediators in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted between November and December 2024 with 393 participants in Riyadh. Structural equation modeling (SEM) and path analysis were used to assess perceived credibility’s direct and indirect effects on infection control behaviors through health literacy and motivation while controlling for age, gender, and education. Results: The results showed that perceived credibility had a significant direct effect on adherence to preventive behaviors (β = 0.44, p < 0.001) and motivation significantly mediated this relationship (indirect effect: β = 0.08, p < 0.01). However, no significant indirect effect was found through health literacy (indirect effect: β = 0.006, p > 0.05). Conclusion: This study emphasizes the critical roles of perceived credibility and motivation in driving infection control behaviors. The findings suggested that public health campaigns should focus on enhancing the credibility of health messages and fostering motivation to improve adherence to preventive measures. These insights have practical implications for designing more effective public health strategies in regions like Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Pharmacists are frequently exposed to high occupational stress, yet limited research has explored psychological recovery mechanisms in this group. Leisure travel may offer restorative benefits that enhance psychological well-being, but the underlying processes remain insufficiently understood. This study aims to examine the association between the frequency of leisure travel and psychological well-being among pharmacists in Henan, China, with particular attention to the mediating roles of perceived stress and social support. A cross-sectional design was employed, with data collected from 947 licensed pharmacists working in community, clinical, and hospital settings across Henan, China, between August and October 2024. A stratified random sampling strategy was used to ensure balanced representation across pharmacy practice types, geographic regions, and experience levels. Key study variables were assessed using validated psychometric instruments. Regression-based mediation analysis was performed to determine the direct and indirect associations among the study variables. The frequency of leisure travel was positively and significantly associated with psychological well-being (β = 0.36, p < 0.001). Perceived stress (β = 0.13, 95% CI: 0.09–0.25) and social support (β = 0.18, 95% CI: 0.10–0.31) independently mediated this relationship. A significant sequential mediation pathway was also observed (β = 0.06, 95% CI: 0.01–0.17), wherein leisure travel was linked to lower perceived stress, enhancing social support, and improving psychological well-being. These results underscore the potential psychological benefits of frequent travel, suggesting that emotional recovery and interpersonal support may be key mechanisms linking travel behaviors to improved well-being. The study offers meaningful implications for healthcare organizations aiming to support pharmacists’ mental health through evidence-based leisure and recovery strategies.