News & Stories Economy Why do hospitals keep running out of generic drugs? Sally Helm October 30, 2024 / 2:25 pm Drug shortages have been a problem for years. We look at the economics that affect the availability of the common cheap drugs in which hospitals rely. Why you can trust KUOW Recommended Stories What does UW's disappearing research money mean for Seattle's innovation economy? April 24, 2026 Seattle says gig workers are earning more since 2022 minimum pay law April 22, 2026 Are prediction markets illicit gambling? Washington state says yes April 14, 2026