Strengthening Public Health Preparedness and Drug Supply Security
This act aims to enhance the nation's readiness for public health threats, such as pandemics, by increasing funding, strengthening medical infrastructure, and improving drug supply management. It also introduces new rules for transparency in drug and medical device supply chains to help prevent shortages.
Key points
Increased funding for hospital and healthcare system preparedness for emergencies.
Strengthening the Strategic National Stockpile of medical supplies and equipment, including through partnerships with clinical laboratories.
Implementation of a plan for rapid development and distribution of diagnostic tests during health crises.
Requirement for manufacturers to report drug origin information and potential shortages, aiming to improve access to critical medicines.
Enhanced protection of health data collected by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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