imported drugs

Three groups argue that HHS Secretary Alex Azar is “punting” to the states the responsibility for demonstrating the imports will be safe and save costs.

No private firms bid on Florida’s $30 million contract to set up and operate the importation program. Bids were due at the end of September.

A hardy market for imported low-cost prescription drugs has taken root in Florida, nourished by older Americans and tolerant regulators.