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22/07/2013
IPU Highlight Medicine Shortage
The health of patients in Ireland is at risk due to a widespread shortage in medication, according to the Irish Pharmacy Union (IPU).
According to a study carried out by the union, some 98% of pharmacists said they noticed "significant medicine shortages" in the last year.
The IPU used the study to call on the government introduce a Patient Services Obligation, which would mean manufacturers ensuring there was adequate supply of all medicines.
(MH/CD)
According to a study carried out by the union, some 98% of pharmacists said they noticed "significant medicine shortages" in the last year.
The IPU used the study to call on the government introduce a Patient Services Obligation, which would mean manufacturers ensuring there was adequate supply of all medicines.
(MH/CD)
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