This discussion forum explores the pharmaceutical industry in the United States, compared with that of Canada.
Step 1
Conduct research.
Using scholarly sources, research the process that the pharmaceutical industry must go to in the United States in order to release a new medication to the public. Include information about patents, etc. Then, compare that process to that of Canada's.
Step 2
Post a response to the discussion board.
Respond to the following questions and, if it's relevant, include your own personal experience.
Which process do you think is better for the healthcare industry?
Which process do you think is better for the consumer (patients)?
Which process do you think is better for the United States?
Sample Solution