Biden Administration Proposes Reclassification of Cannabis, Potentially Easing Federal Restrictions
The Biden administration is gearing up to make a historic shift by planning to reclassify cannabis under federal law.
Supreme Court to Review Trucker's Case Over CBD Mislabeling and Job Loss
The Supreme Court is set to hear a significant case involving Douglas J. Horn, a commercial truck driver who lost his job after testing positive for drugs.
Navigating Unprecedented Drug Shortages in the U.S.
Drug shortages in the U.S. have hit a record high this year, with the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) reporting 323 active shortages.
Navigating Drug Shortages in Transportation and Logistics
The U.S. is currently experiencing shortages of new weight loss drugs, including Zepbound and Wegovy, primarily due to soaring demand.
Navigating the ADHD Medication Shortage in the US
It turns out that around 1 in 10 people in the US who rely on Adderall and similar meds for ADHD are hitting a wall due to a medication shortage.
Nearly Four Tons of Cocaine Seized in High-Stakes Chase Off Colombian Coast
Recently, there was a major drug bust in the Caribbean Sea near Colombia.
The Dark Reality Behind the Lucrative Trade of Long-Tailed Macaques in Drug Development
In the world of drug and vaccine development, long-tailed macaques are like gold, fetching prices of $50,000 or more in the US. But the journey from the Cambodian forests to the labs is anything but ethical or smooth.
CBP's Eagle Pass Officers Seize Three Meth Shipments Worth Over $847,000
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Eagle Pass Port of Entry had a successful day intercepting methamphetamine shipments, seizing three loads valued at over $847,000 in total.
FDA Approves Florida's Plan to Import Affordable Canadian Medications
The Food and Drug Administration has given Florida the green light to import medications from Canada - a move aimed at lowering drug prices in the United States.
Recreational Marijuana Legalized in Ohio with New Regulations Ahead
Ohio has become the 24th state to legalize recreational marijuana, following voter approval of Issue 2 in the November election.
Large Methamphetamine Seizure at U.S.-Mexico Border Highlights Ongoing Smuggling Efforts
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized 354 pounds of methamphetamine hidden in the bed of a pickup truck crossing the border from Mexico into the United States at the Paso Del Norte international crossing.
Rite Aid Files for Bankruptcy Amid Debt Woes and Opioid Litigation
Rite Aid, a debt-laden U.S. pharmacy chain, has filed for bankruptcy protection and plans to close underperforming stores, sell its pharmacy benefit subsidiary Elixir, and address lawsuits related to the sale of addictive opioid medications.
Novo Nordisk Raises 2023 Sales Outlook on Strong Demand for Wegovy and Ozempic
Novo Nordisk has raised its full-year sales and operating profit outlook due to high demand for its weight loss drug Wegovy and diabetes treatment Ozempic.
Navy Initiates Random Drug Testing to Counter Performance-Enhancing Drug Use Among SEALs
The Naval Special Warfare Center conducted over 2,500 screening tests between February 2022 and March 2023, identifying 74 SEAL or Special Warfare Combat Crewmen with elevated testosterone levels, leading to three candidates testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs.
Congress is Addressing Drug Shortages Amidst the COVID-19 Crisis
Congress is taking action to address the critical shortage of pharmaceutical drugs in the U.S., which has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Bipartisan Senate Bill Seeks to Strengthen Drug Supply Chain Through U.S. Manufacturing Prioritization
A bipartisan group of senators has introduced a bill aimed at strengthening the pharmaceutical supply chain by increasing drug manufacturing in the U.S. and allied countries.
Syphilis Emergency Looms in the U.S. as Drugs Run Low
A severe shortage of penicillin, the recommended treatment for syphilis, has U.S. health officials considering a public health emergency declaration.
Complexity and Challenges: Exploring the Largest Pharmaceutical Supply Chains
This article discusses the unique complexities and challenges faced by pharmaceutical supply chains.
Navigating the Complexities of the Marijuana Supply Chain
The marijuana supply chain faces unique challenges due to legal restrictions and state-specific regulations.
It’s a shaky pharmaceutical supply chain
The ongoing drug shortage crisis in the United States, particularly in the field of cancer drugs, highlights the failures of the pharmaceutical supply chain and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).