The Wall Street Journal reports that Sens. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and Angus King (I-MA) introduced a bill Thursday to ban pharmaceutical manufacturers from using direct-to-consumer advertising, including social media, to promote their products.
The bill would prohibit any promotional communications targeting consumers, including through television, radio, print, digital platforms and social media. It will apply to all prescription drug advertisements.
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