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That definitely seems different than "withholding" treatments as described in the article. If you want to use an unapproved drug, you can do so, it's just not g
by darkerside 10y ago
That definitely seems different than "withholding" treatments as described in the article. If you want to use an unapproved drug, you can do so, it's just not going to be paid for by our shared insurance system. Makes total sense to me.
I'm not arguing, just wondering what exactly is the problem that this act is trying to solve.
- burkaman 10y agoThe problem is mostly on the side of drug and medical device companies. They spend lots of money on research and development and they want an easier and faster return on their investment. There are also problems for patients, when someone hears about a promising new treatment for their serious condition, but it's going to take several years to get through FDA approval. > If you want to use an unapproved drug, you can do so This is not true in general. Where do you get it? A doctor won't prescribe it, you can't get it from a pharmacy without a prescription, you certainly can't just order it directly from the drug company. Sometimes it might be more easily available in another country, but that won't always be the case.
- darkerside 10y agoYou're right. My other comment was hopefully more informed thanks to the article you posted.