NECC: A Case of Compromised Safety

This chapter explores the alarming operational failures at the New England Compounding Center (NECC), driven by profit motives that led to unsafe practices and regulatory neglect. It discusses the consequences of their negligence, including a deadly fungal meningitis outbreak that resulted in numerous casualties and severe financial strain on victims. Highlighting systemic failures in pharmaceutical oversight, the chapter sheds light on the emotional and financial devastation faced by those impacted.