03/24/2009
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"However, a recent Health and Human Services study noted that 54 percent of the shortages are caused by production and quality problems."
"It is hard to believe that this small, but critically important program is of the magnitude to affect the drug market in this way."
"The drug shortage is a major concern to me, as it should be to all who serve in this body."
"As a member that represents over a dozen safety net hospitals in the 340(b) drug discount program, I am extremely concerned about the unsubstantiated suggestions linking 340(b) and drug shortages."