November 15, 2012. As members of the Patient, Consumer, and Public Health Coalition, we strongly urge CMS to release the Sunshine Act final regulations as quickly as possible.
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Coalition Letter to HELP Committee Regarding Track and Trace Legislation
November 7, 2012. We are deeply concerned about the current and growing risk to the U.S. pharmaceutical supply, a threat that can best be addressed through a meaningful national system to track and authenticate pharmaceutical products as they move from manufacturer to wholesaler to pharmacy to patient.
Read More »Letter to Representative Henry A. Waxman Regarding Draft Proposal of the Data Act of 2012
November 21, 2012. The National Research Center for Women & Families supports the Data Act and shares concerns about the current and growing risk of antibacterial resistance to medically important drugs as a consequence of agricultural practices.
Read More »Coalition Letter to U.S. Senators in Opposition of Efforts to Delay or Repeal Excise Tax on Medical Devices
December 19, 2012. As members of the Patient, Consumer, and Public Health Coalition, we strongly oppose efforts to delay or repeal the 2.3% excise tax on medical devices.
Read More »Testimony at FDA Public Hearing Establishing a List of Pathogens for the GAIN Act
December 18, 2012. Dr. Yttri testifies to the FDA that the growing risk of antibiotic resistant pathogens and need for development and responsible use of new antibiotics are critical public health concerns that need to be addressed.
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