U.S. doctors display "No drug reps" signs

jerry submitted, created time 5 months 4 weeks (www.bmj.com)

U.S. doctors who refuse to see drug companies’ sales representatives can now display a sign, similar to a "No smoking" sign, in their offices.

The certificate says that the doctor’s office "does not allow visits from pharmaceutical salespeople because we rely on scientific information, not marketing, to decide what treatment is best for you." It adds: "This policy also means that we don’t provide drug samples."

"‘Free’ drug samples cost you money," it says, because they are promoted only for the most expensive drugs.

The idea of the signs is being promoted by PharmedOut

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