Walk into your local pharmacy, and you may find the same story repeated: the medication you rely on is “out of stock.” For seniors managing chronic conditions, this is more than an inconvenience—it’s a health risk. The shortage problem has grown so common that many retirees assume it’s random. In reality, there are deeper forces at play. Pharmacies aren’t simply mismanaging inventory; they are caught in a system that prioritizes profit over patients.
