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U.S. Report Reveals Majority of Online Pharmacies Operating Illegally, Posing Drug Safety Risks

Credited from: CBSNEWS

  • Most online pharmacies worldwide, totaling approximately 35,000, are reported to operate illegally, raising serious risks regarding drug safety.
  • An alarming 96% of these pharmacies were found violating legal standards by operating without licenses and selling medications illegally.
  • The U.S. Trade Representative's report highlights that up to 20 new illegal pharmacy websites emerge daily, often disguised as legitimate platforms.
  • Concerns are heightened by the presence of counterfeit medications, with over 30 online retailers flagged for selling such products.
  • The rise of online pharmacies during the COVID-19 pandemic coincides with the closure of thousands of physical pharmacies, intensifying public health risks.

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