According to the ASHP (American Society of Health-System Pharmacists), shortages of vital prescription drugs are nearing all-time highs, and hospital and health-system pharmacists are reporting major challenges obtaining medications. In a new ASHP survey of more than 1,000 hospital pharmacists, 57% said they are facing critical shortages of chemotherapy drugs that are impacting patient care. Hospital pharmacists also report that significant shortages exist for steroids, hormonal drugs, and oral liquids, such as amoxicillin and lidocaine.
For more information read the ASHP press release.
Posted 8/16/2023
At the 2026 ASCO Annual Meeting, the Louisiana Oncology Society received the ASCO Jeffrey C Ward Affiliate Advocacy Award for advancing critical advocacy priorities that have translated into meaningful legislative victories. The Iowa Oncology Society and Washington State Medical Oncology Society were also recognized for their advocacy efforts in 2025 at the meeting, receiving second place awards.
