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18 September 2013

HHS Seeks Comments on Draft National Action Plan for Adverse Drug Event Prevention

The HHS Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion is soliciting public comment on the draft National Action Plan for Adverse Drug Event Prevention. The document focuses on the use of surveillance, prevention, incentives and oversight, and research to reduce adverse drug events.
United States Food, Drugs, Healthcare, Life Sciences

The HHS Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion is soliciting public comment on the draft National Action Plan for Adverse Drug Event Prevention. The document focuses on the use of surveillance, prevention, incentives and oversight, and research to reduce adverse drug events. It identifies current federal activity across inpatient and outpatient settings, as well as transitions of care, with a focus on the three drug classes associated with high levels of harm. It also highlights opportunities to advance these efforts through cross-federal partnerships and coordinated resources. Comments will be accepted until October 4, 2013. 

This article is presented for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal advice.

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