From 2021 to 2022, new drug shortages rose by nearly 30%, with the average shortage lasting 1.5 years.
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In spite of an increase in days of supply, data still show discontinuation of some drugs.
Operation Warp Speed halted Tepezza manufacturing, but supplies of the drug will return this month.
The WHO and its partners will assess shortages of raw materials like plastic, glass, stoppers, and vials.
GAO emphasizes addressing the backlog, pre-announced inspections, and alternative approaches.
Low-resource nations have borne the brunt of shaky oxygen supply chains, even before COVID.
Experts in health-system pharmacy say the potential for major disruptions will increase.
Demand surges in pharmacy and hospital prescriptions reflect early changes in COVID treatment.
The report looks at medical supply chains, manufacturer transparency, financial aid, and more.
Also, an expert warns about hospital oxygen shortages and Novavax reports good phase 3 vaccine data.
Despite more supply chain initiatives, they are heavily focused in certain markets.
