Comment submitted by American Pharmacists Association (APhA)
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Summary: The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) opposes the broad inclusion of all pharmaceuticals in the Drinking Water Contaminant Candidate List. They argue that such a wide definition could lead to overly burdensome regulations that hinder patient access to medication and urge the EPA to focus only on contaminants with proven peer-reviewed evidence of harm.
Dear Assistant Administrator Kramer,
The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) appreciates the opportunity to provide EPA comments on the “Drinking Water Contaminant Candidate List - Draft; Notice of Availability.”
APhA represents pharmacists, student pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians in all practice settings, including but not limited to community pharmacies, hospitals, long-term care facilities, specialty pharmacies, community health centers, physician offices, ambulatory clinics, managed care organizations, hospice settings, and government facilities. Our members strive to improve medication use, advance patient care, and enhance public health.
Full comments are attached.