The bill H.R. 10239, known as the "End Drug Shortages Act," aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve how drug shortages are managed in the U.S. It requires manufacturers to notify authorities not only of production interruptions but also when there is...
Simple Explanation
The End Drug Shortages Act wants drug factories to let people know if there’s not only a problem with making enough medicine but also if lots more people suddenly need it. This makes sure there’s enough medicine for everyone and helps doctors, nurses, and patients know what’s happening.