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Prescription Delivery in Missouri Faces Delays under USPS Rural Service Plan

Source
Missouri Independent
Date
Dec 9, 2024
Summary
Discusses anticipated challenges with receiving prescription medication for rural Missouri residents relying on the U.S. Postal Service due to planned changes to distribution routes and less frequent service. Notes there have been increases in mail-order prescriptions alongside a national trend in rural pharmacy closures.
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Access · Closures of healthcare facilities and services · Legislation and regulations · Pharmacy and prescription drugs · Missouri