Implementing drug regulator’s changes doesn’t put patients first

The PMPRB regulatory changes set aggressive price ceilings for some new therapies, especially those involving rare disorders, that make it almost guaranteed that these therapies will not be brought to the Canadian market.
Health Minister Patty Hajdu is being asked to delay the Patented Medicines Prices Review Board's upcoming regulatory changes, which kick in July 1.
The federal government is currently on track to implement regulatory changes to the Patented Medicines Prices Review Board on July 1. These changes will negatively impact the lives of Canadians who depend on medications. The pro...

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