CHA Response to Drug Shortages White Paper

CHA submitted comments on a drug shortages white paper to highlight pediatric health care needs.

Published Feb. 20, 2024 | 1 min. read
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Children’s Hospital Association submitted comments on a drug shortages white paper from Senate Finance Committee Chair Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and Ranking Member Sen. Mike Crapo (R-Idaho).

Our comments highlight the need to ensure that hospital prevention and mitigation plans for drug shortages incorporate pediatric drug alternatives and safety considerations.

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