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Reid Remarks On Prescription Drug Safety

“True compounding pharmacies provide custom medications for patients with unique health needs that cannot be treated by off-the-shelf prescription medicines. This practice can be critical for children, cancer patients and people with allergies.” “By avoiding the safety inspections required of large-scale drug manufacturers, companies like [New England Compounding Center] can boost profits while risking lives.…

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Reid Remarks On Republican Filibuster Of Qualified Judicial Nominees, Drug Safety Legislation

“It is unfortunate that Republicans have chosen to filibuster the nomination of yet another talented female jurist and dedicated public servant to fill a vacant seat on [the D.C. Circuit] court.”  “This bipartisan [compounding] legislation will ensure drugs manufactured in factories and mixed in pharmacies across the country are safe for consumers.”  “The Defense Authorization…

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