Originally published by our sister publication Pharmacy Practice News
By Gina Shaw
The rising number of drug shortages in the United States poses a significant risk not only to the health and safety of patients but to national security, according to testimony at a March 22 hearing before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee.
Drug shortages increased by nearly 30% in 2022 compared with 2021, with the average shortage lasting about 18 months, noted a report released with