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Through several CHPA member company donations, 144 U.S. schools of pharmacy received over 100 different OTC medicines, medical devices, and dietary supplements to educate and prepare future pharmacists.

Nov 11, 2019

We strongly urge the CIC not to “list” acetaminophen as a carcinogen due to the lack of evidence that it has been “clearly shown” to cause cancer, and due to the unnecessary confusion and fear it could cause among consumers and patients.

Nov 5, 2019

This information is submitted on behalf of CHPA in response to the September 20, 2019 OEHHA notice: Announcement of the Carcinogen Identification Committee Meeting Scheduled for December 5, 2019, Notice of Availability of Hazard Identification Materials for Acetaminophen and Notice of Public Comment Period.

Nov 4, 2019

CHPA supports and encourages continued research and promotes ongoing consumer education to help ensure safe use of OTC medicines.

Nov 1, 2019

The Senate HELP Committee made a strong bipartisan move to modernize the regulatory system overseeing most OTC medicines by approving S. 2740, the Over-the-Counter Monograph Safety, Innovation, and Reform Act by voice vote.

Oct 31, 2019

CHPA issued the following statement today following the introduction of S. 2740, the Over-the-Counter Monograph Safety, Innovation, and Reform Act, sponsored by Senators Johnny Isakson (R-Ga.) and Bob Casey (D-Pa.).

Oct 30, 2019

The Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) issued the following statement today following the introduction of S. 2740, the Over-the-Counter Monograph Safety, Innovation, and Reform Act.

Oct 30, 2019

Today, the House Ways and Means Committee took an important step toward reinstating consumers’ ability to purchase OTC medicines with tax-preferred savings accounts, including FSAs and HSAs.

Oct 23, 2019

On behalf of the Health Choices Coalition, we write to applaud efforts to restore OTC medications to full tax-preferred status, eliminating the need to first obtain a prescription.

Oct 22, 2019

It only took a moment for Sugey and Carlos’s toddler to accidentally swallow medicine that was left within his reach. It can happen to anyone. Take 90 seconds to watch their story, and learn how to keep your family safe.

Oct 3, 2019

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