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Trump's Tariff Threatens American Healthcare and Medicine Supply

2/9/2025

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President Trump's 10 percent tariff on China could spell trouble for American healthcare, as experts warn it may lead to higher costs and shortages of vital generic medicines. With the U.S. depending on China for 30 percent of its active pharmaceutical ingredients, the American Hospital Association is calling for an exemption to protect patient health and safety.

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President Trump's 10 percent tariff on China could spell trouble for American healthcare, as experts warn it may lead to higher costs and shortages of vital generic medicines. With the U.S. depending on China for 30 percent of its active pharmaceutical ingredients, the American Hospital Association is calling for an exemption to protect patient health and safety.