Historical brief · 2026-11-12

Can we finally fix growing drug shortages?

In a recent podcast episode, industry experts discuss why drug shortages are worsening. They explore how combining predictive analytics with flexible manufacturing could help make essential medicines more accessible.

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Background

In this episode of the Denatured podcast, BioSpace Director of Insights Jennifer C. Smith-Parker talks with Antheia CEO Christina Smolke and Cencora data and AI product head Kyle Pudenz about the rising threat of drug shortages.

Details and Approach

The discussion examines the root causes behind worsening medicine shortages. The guests explore potential solutions, focusing on how predictive supply-chain analytics can anticipate disruptions and how agile, distributed manufacturing can make the production of essential medicines more resilient and accessible to patients.

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