MEDICINES Australia (MA), the body representing the pharmaceutical industry, has called upon both sides of politics to adopt a long-term vision for health.
MA CEO Elizabeth de Somer commented, "Medicines Australia looks forward to unpacking the detail and examining the opportunities of the Australian Health Reform Commission, announced by Shadow Minister for Health, the Hon Catherine King, MP, which she claims will focus on long-term reform beyond the three-year political cycle.
"It is time for the Australian Government to have a long-term vision for health, to prepare for the disruptive, transformative, innovations of the future, particularly in medicines, and ensure that Australians can always choose the best healthcare options available, when they need them," said de Somer.
Shadow Minister King's speech followed the address at the National Press Club on Mon given by Prime Minister Scott Morrison who launched the "Safer Australia: A Secure Future" strategy.
The importance of medicines, including immunisation, was also prominent in the strategy.
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