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U.S. Food & Drug Administration
Continuing Education and Accreditation
Division of Learning and Organizational Development
Center for Drug Evaluation and Research

Q&A with FDA Podcast: Drug Shortages with CDR Emily Thakur

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Starts On: Fri, 1/19/24: 12:00 AM EST
Ends On: Mon, 1/18/27: 12:00 AM EST
Type: Enduring Material
Credits: 0.5
Description: This enduring material focuses on FDA's efforts to address drug shortages in the United States. The discussion includes background information on some of the contributing factors that lead to drug shortages and recent legislation that has helped to enhance FDA's ability to identify, prevent, and mitigate possible shortages of drugs. It highlights recent drug supply challenges, how the FDA was able to alleviate some of these shortages and additional challenges the agency may face.
Objectives:
  • Outline some of the main causes of drug shortages.
  • Discuss recent legislation that has helped to enhance FDA’s ability to identify, prevent, and mitigate possible shortages of drugs.
  • Identify challenges that contribute to drug shortages.
Additional Information: Review the Activity Announcement for additional details: Announcement Form