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MHLW Finds 57 Suspected Violations in Drug Detailing Activities in FY2019
The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare (MHLW) found a total of 57 suspected violations in sales reps’ ethical drug advertising activities in an eight-month period in FY2019. The MHLW received a total of 71 reports of questionable advertising, including…
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