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Survey Reveals Majority of Indiana Consumers Are Unaware Of Risks Associated With Online Pharmacies, Oppose Legalizing Prescription Drug Importation

July 19, 2017

Results from the most comprehensive survey of 500 Indiana residents* to evaluate consumer behavior and perceptions about online pharmacies were released today by the Alliance for Safe Online Pharmacies (ASOP Global).

“This is especially timely because as millions of Americans face the prospect of changes in their healthcare coverage should Congress repeal or replace the Affordable Care Act, or legalize prescription drug importation from Canada, people may turn to the Internet to access prescription medicines,” said ASOP Global’s Executive Director, Libby Baney.

Healthcare Providers Have a Vital Role To Play in Educating Patients About Illegal Online Pharmacies

December 15, 2016

The Alliance for Safe Online Pharmacies (ASOP Global) is partnering with the American Medical Association (AMA), American Pharmacists Association (APhA) and 14 other national non-profit organizations* to raise awareness of illegal online drug sellers and counterfeit medications by educating and enlisting the help of healthcare providers across the country. ASOP Global also launched www.BuySafeRx.pharmacy where providers, patients and caregivers can quickly and easily verify whether an Internet pharmacy website is safe and legal.