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Albertsons questions bound of Washington’s pharmacy regulations
Washington state is suing Albertsons, alleging the pharmacy chain prioritized profit over patient safety by failing to report suspicious opioid prescriptions. The trial focuses on whether Albertsons' pharmacists adequately addressed 'red flags' like out-of-area prescriptions and cash payments for opioids, with Albertsons arguing such guidance is context-dependent and lacks clear rules.
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