ASHP Statement on the Death of Senator Edward Kennedy

8/26/2009

Senator Edward M. Kennedy’s passing is a true loss to pharmacy. Senator Kennedy’s willingness to embrace the value of pharmacists’ services played a significant role in achieving a place for pharmacists in the current health- care reform legislation. Kennedy was also instrumental in the 1960’s and 1970’s in creating legislation that advanced pharmacy education and clinical pharmacy services. Through the years, he and his staff have always been open to hearing from ASHP on issues related to safe medication use and the role of pharmacists on the patient care team. We have lost a true friend and champion on Capitol Hill.

Henri R. Manasse, Jr., Ph.D., Sc.D
Executive Vice President—Chief Executive Officer
American Society of Health-System Pharmacists