The Labour Party has said that the Opposition Leader, Alex Borg, is “focused on conspiracy theories.”
The unilateral reaction by health sector unions’ in the media, including the Malta Medical Association and the Chamber of Pharmacists, as well as several doctors and nurses was clear: generic medicines are not inferior to other medicines, the Labour Party said.
“The Opposition Leader’s declaration about generic medicines is not only dangerous but also creates unnecessary doubts, as he is focussing on conspiracy theories instead on what the medical professionals are saying. These reactions compliment statements by the Malta Medicines Authority and the Superintendence of Public Health,” the PL said.
The Labour Party notes that although the Opposition Leader is faced by reputable organisations and professionals saying that his comments are incorrect, “he has not yet withdrawn his statement that generic medicines are inferior to other medicines.”
In the media, Patrick Sammut, President of the Medical Union (MAM) and President of the Chamber of pharmacists Mary Ann Sant Fournier said that generic medicines undergo strict testing and controls before being placed on the market, the PL said.
“Sammut said that it is not true that generic medicines are inferior, while Mrs Sant Fournier said that generic medicines are formulated and tested according to European regulations. The Nationalist Party Leader’s words show lack of responsibility and that he is detached from reality when dealing with sensitive subjects such as the health sector in our country.”
The Labour Party said it has faith in the health authorities and professionals in this sector who are working professionally and with peace of mind in the interest of Maltese and Gozitan patients.
“Once again, the Labour Party asks the Opposition Leader to immediately withdraw these dangerous statements, before he faces repercussions by stating such comments.”
