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USTR Highlights Risks of Illegal Online Pharmacies in Annual 'Notorious Markets' Report

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USTR Highlights Risks of Illegal Online Pharmacies in Annual 'Notorious Markets' Report

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  • The U.S. Trade Representative reported that **96% of online pharmacies** are operating illegally, posing risks to consumers.
  • Many online pharmacies lack **licenses** and sell drugs without prescriptions or safety warnings.
  • A survey revealed that nearly **25% of Americans** using these pharmacies encountered **substandard or harmful medicines**.
  • Illicit pharmacies are often based outside the U.S., with concerns about **counterfeit drugs**, including those containing fentanyl from China.
  • The report also highlighted efforts against piracy, acknowledging some progress in closing down illegal sites and platforms.

For more details, read the full article here.

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