Queens New York Modelo de carta al legislador que se opone a las compras de medicamentos recetados de Canadá - Sample Letter to Legislator Opposing Prescription Drug Purchases from Canada

• Category: Cartas - No Legales - Gobierno
• State: Multi-State
• County: Queens
• Control #: US-0669LR
• Format: Word

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Carta al congresista que se opone a las compras de medicamentos recetados de Canadá. Sample Letter to Legislator Opposing Prescription Drug Purchases from Canada [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Date] [Legislator's Name] [Legislator's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Dear [Legislator's Last Name], I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed legislation that would allow the importation of prescription drugs from Canada. As a resident of Queens, New York, I believe this bill would have detrimental consequences for both our local healthcare system and the general safety of our constituents. Queens, New York, is home to a diverse population with varying healthcare needs. Our local healthcare providers work diligently to ensure that residents have access to safe and affordable prescription medications. Allowing the importation of drugs from Canada could disrupt the delicate balance our healthcare system has achieved. It is crucial to protect our healthcare providers and the patients they serve. While the idea of importing cheaper medications may seem appealing, it fails to consider the potential risks associated with this practice. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates and monitors prescription drugs in the United States to ensure their safety and efficacy. However, the same level of oversight cannot be guaranteed for medications imported from other countries, including Canada. This raises concerns about the quality, authenticity, and effectiveness of these imported drugs. Furthermore, importing prescription drugs from Canada disregards the intellectual property rights of pharmaceutical manufacturers. Research and development of new drugs require significant investments, which are recovered through patent protection. Allowing the importation of drugs from Canada would undermine these intellectual property rights, potentially discouraging innovation and hindering the development of life-saving medications in the future. Additionally, the proposed legislation could have adverse effects on local pharmacies and employment opportunities in Queens. Our local pharmacies play a vital role in providing healthcare services, employing hundreds of residents, and contributing to the local economy. Allowing drug importation could lead to a decline in sales for these pharmacies, jeopardizing their viability and creating unemployment in our community. I urge you to consider the potential consequences associated with allowing the importation of prescription drugs from Canada. While the goal of reducing medication costs is important, it should not come at the expense of patient safety, local healthcare providers, and job opportunities. Instead, I encourage you to focus on exploring alternative solutions, such as increasing transparency in drug pricing or promoting competition among pharmaceutical companies to lower costs. Thank you for your attention to this matter and for representing the best interests of Queens, New York. I trust that you will carefully consider the implications of the proposed legislation before making any decisions. Please feel free to reach out if you require any additional information or if I can be of assistance. Sincerely, [Your Name]

Sample Letter to Legislator Opposing Prescription Drug Purchases from Canada [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Date] [Legislator's Name] [Legislator's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Dear [Legislator's Last Name], I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed legislation that would allow the importation of prescription drugs from Canada. As a resident of Queens, New York, I believe this bill would have detrimental consequences for both our local healthcare system and the general safety of our constituents. Queens, New York, is home to a diverse population with varying healthcare needs. Our local healthcare providers work diligently to ensure that residents have access to safe and affordable prescription medications. Allowing the importation of drugs from Canada could disrupt the delicate balance our healthcare system has achieved. It is crucial to protect our healthcare providers and the patients they serve. While the idea of importing cheaper medications may seem appealing, it fails to consider the potential risks associated with this practice. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates and monitors prescription drugs in the United States to ensure their safety and efficacy. However, the same level of oversight cannot be guaranteed for medications imported from other countries, including Canada. This raises concerns about the quality, authenticity, and effectiveness of these imported drugs. Furthermore, importing prescription drugs from Canada disregards the intellectual property rights of pharmaceutical manufacturers. Research and development of new drugs require significant investments, which are recovered through patent protection. Allowing the importation of drugs from Canada would undermine these intellectual property rights, potentially discouraging innovation and hindering the development of life-saving medications in the future. Additionally, the proposed legislation could have adverse effects on local pharmacies and employment opportunities in Queens. Our local pharmacies play a vital role in providing healthcare services, employing hundreds of residents, and contributing to the local economy. Allowing drug importation could lead to a decline in sales for these pharmacies, jeopardizing their viability and creating unemployment in our community. I urge you to consider the potential consequences associated with allowing the importation of prescription drugs from Canada. While the goal of reducing medication costs is important, it should not come at the expense of patient safety, local healthcare providers, and job opportunities. Instead, I encourage you to focus on exploring alternative solutions, such as increasing transparency in drug pricing or promoting competition among pharmaceutical companies to lower costs. Thank you for your attention to this matter and for representing the best interests of Queens, New York. I trust that you will carefully consider the implications of the proposed legislation before making any decisions. Please feel free to reach out if you require any additional information or if I can be of assistance. Sincerely, [Your Name]

Para su conveniencia, debajo del texto en español le brindamos la versión completa de este formulario en inglés. For your convenience, the complete English version of this form is attached below the Spanish version.