8 years ago
Doctors want ban on prescription drug, device advertisements
If you think a drug you saw on a commercial is right for you, talk with your doctor about the problems with drug advertisements. On Tuesday, the American Medical Association (AMA) called for a ban on direct-to-consumer advertisements for prescription drugs and medical devices. Such ads drive demand and costs for expensive name-brand treatments when those drugs may not be appropriate or when clinically effective, low-cost options are available...
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