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Florida Gov. DeSantis' Canadian drug import plan goes nowhere after FDA approval (www.cbsnews.com)

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Summary

Florida’s plan to import lower-cost prescription drugs from Canada remains stalled nearly a year after FDA approval, with no timeline for implementation.

Despite Governor Ron DeSantis’ claims of victory over the drug industry, operational hurdles and resistance from Canadian officials, who fear domestic shortages, have hindered progress.

Florida has spent over $50 million on the program, meant to reduce costs for state agencies like Medicaid, but no drugs have been imported.

Critics highlight logistical complexities and minor projected savings, while similar efforts in other states, like Colorado, also face delays.

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[–] [email protected] 16 points 3 days ago

the government in Ottawa has warned it won't allow medicines to be exported if Canadians could experience shortages as a result.

The Canadian government looking out for Canadians. Maybe the American government should look closer at why drug prices are lower in Canada and rather than just try to buy Canadian? We've all got aging populations, this problem is only going to get worse, and any change won't be implemented overnight. Would have been a great campaign issue to run on, rather than small business tax cuts and building a border wall.