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Canada Braces for U.S. Tariffs Threatening Drug Supply

2/6/2025

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As trade tensions escalate, Canada faces mounting anxiety over possible U.S. tariffs on pharmaceuticals. While a temporary 30-day reprieve offers a glimmer of hope, experts caution that such tariffs could jeopardize drug supply chains and inflate prices. With Canada’s heavy reliance on foreign medications, the stakes are high for patient access to vital treatments.

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As trade tensions escalate, Canada faces mounting anxiety over possible U.S. tariffs on pharmaceuticals. While a temporary 30-day reprieve offers a glimmer of hope, experts caution that such tariffs could jeopardize drug supply chains and inflate prices. With Canada’s heavy reliance on foreign medications, the stakes are high for patient access to vital treatments.