Monitoring Drug Manufacturers
Mr. Novelli announced the American Association of Retired Persons' new Rx Watchdog Project to monitor the prices of prescription drugs, the … read more
Mr. Novelli announced the American Association of Retired Persons' new Rx Watchdog Project to monitor the prices of prescription drugs, the pricing policies of drug manufacturers, and the effects of legislation. He also announced the release of the first in a series of quarterly reports on drug prices and of a new consumer friendly newsletter called Rx Watchdog Report. He also spoke about AARP projects such as community meetings, advertising campaigns, and lobbying. Mr. Rother discussed the contents of the quarterly report, using graphs. They answered questions from members of the press, with the assistance of Professor Schondelmeyer. close
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