Britain could be “weeks away” from drug shortages if the Iran war continues, experts say

Britain could be "weeks away" from drug shortages if the Iran war continues, experts say

Britain is “weeks away” from shortages of medicines ranging from painkillers to cancer treatments if the Iran war continues, experts say, while drug prices could also rise. The conflict has disrupted the supply of countless critical raw materials, including oil, gas, crop fertilizers and helium — and health needs may be next. David Weeks, director … Read more

Why drug shortages persist in Tanzania despite major health reforms

Why drug shortages persist in Tanzania despite major health reforms

Dar es Salaam Whenever a patient is told that medicine is out of stock at a public health facility, the same questions arise: Who is responsible and why does the problem persist despite increased government spending on health services? This concern continues to plague many citizens, especially at a time when the government has promised … Read more

Agencies warn that elderly support services are facing shortages as fuel prices rise

International Programme, Bingendore

The National Council for Aged Care Providers is calling on the federal government to provide urgent support to keep services running, as the Middle East war sends oil prices skyrocketing. Aged Australians, which represents residential care, home care, retirement living and community care operators, wants older Australians and aged care workers to be prioritized in … Read more