Korea's Health Ministry Rescinds Support For Expanded OTC Drug Sales, Triggering Criticism
This article was originally published in PharmAsia News
Executive Summary
SEOUL - South Korea's Ministry of Health and Welfare is stepping back from its recent support for over-the-counter drug sales at supermarkets and convenience stores, drawing criticism from physician groups and the public for apparently succumbing to opposition from the Korean Pharmaceutical Association
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