We're being warned of shortages in medication for serious illnesses like depression.
An Irish Pharmacy Union survey has found that 91% of pharmacists say shortages have worsened in the past 12 months.
The IPU says staff spend 8 hours per month specifically dealing with medicine shortages, that pose a risk to the public.
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IPU President Rory O'Donnell told Newstalk's Breakfast it's a serious situation: