I was pleased to address the American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists (AAPS) on May 12 during a webinar focused on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the supply of quality medicines.

As the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to unfold, each day brings to light new realizations of just how interconnected, and sometimes vulnerable, the global supply chain for medicines is.

To those in the pharmaceutical industry, USP may be both familiar and a little mysterious. We’re all aware that USP documentary and reference standards help ensure the quality of medicines in the United States and around the world.

When the UN General Assembly declared March 8 a day to support women's rights and participation in the global arena, it recognized the critical role of women and girls in achieving global development goals.