Problem

Obstruction of governmental medical reform

Nature:
The pharmaceutical and medical industries attempt to hinder the reform of laws for testing drugs and medical products, such as blood, so that they may continue to deliver the same products as previously. Having to upgrade products would cut into their profits, they claim.
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
GOAL 3: Good Health and Well-beingGOAL 16: Peace and Justice Strong InstitutionsGOAL 17: Partnerships to achieve the Goal
Problem Type:
G: Very specific problems
Date of last update
14.05.1999 – 00:00 CEST