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4 months agoF.D.A. to Issue First Approval for Mass Drug Imports to States From Canada
The FDA has allowed Florida to import medications from Canada at lower prices than in the US, overriding objections from the pharmaceutical industry.
Florida estimates it could save up to $150 million in its first year by importing medicines for Medicaid programs, government clinics, and prisons.
The pharmaceutical industry is expected to file suit to prevent the Florida plan from going into effect. [ more ]