ASA Calls for Congress to Address Drug Shortage

The American Society of Anesthesiologists was among 32 medical organizations asking Congress to move forward with legislation addressing the nationwide drug shortage.

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The ASA urged Congress to introduce legislation that includes developing an early warning system for disruptions in drug production; requiring manufacturers to have contingency plans for raw materials suppliers; requiring collaboration between the FDA and Drug Enforcement Agency in establishing flexibility for product development and raw material quotas; and establishing incentives for manufacturers.

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