Healthy Skepticism Library item: 6691

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Publication type: Journal Article

PMAC president questions Canadians’ access to prescription drug information
PMAC News 1996 Aug; 4-5

Abstract:

The president of the Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association of Canada believes that Canadians need better access to information about prescription medicines. Consumers should not be deprived of information that is developed by pharmaceutical manufacturers. According to a recent survey 72% of respondents believe that consumers should have access to information directly from the manufacturer.

Keywords:
*news story/Canada/information from companies/general public and consumers/Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association of Canada/industry perspective/INFORMATION FROM INDUSTRY: PATIENTS AND CONSUMERS