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Starting Line: Emergency prescription refills in emergency situations

In most cases when someone runs out of prescribed medicine they contact their medical provider for a refill; but what happens if there is a medical emergency and the patient is unable to connect their practitioner and receive a prescription order?

This week on "Starting Line" we learn about HF443, a bill sponsored by Rep. Tina Liebling (DFL-Rochester) that would allow pharmacists to provide a drug refill without a prescription in an emergency situation.  

Find out why Rep. Liebling thinks this bill would help those who may find themselves in an emergency situation. 

WATCH This week's edition of "Starting Line" on YouTube


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