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NHS Chief Warns of Potential Medicine Supply Issues

3/31/2026

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  • Jim Mackey, head of NHS England, warned the UK could face medicine supply issues from the war in Iran.
  • He warned of supply shocks and said current stocks could last weeks, with some products possibly lasting only days.
  • Henry Gregg of the National Pharmacy Association reported price spikes but no direct shortages linked to the conflict.
  • A government spokesperson confirmed no shortages and said authorities are monitoring the medical supply chain.