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Nationwide shortages of the drug albuterol, used to treat asthma and other respiratory illnesses, such as respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), influenza, and COVID-19 symptoms, is of major concern for asthma and allergy patients who often struggle to breathe.  Laura Balsamini, PharmD., BCPS, SVP, Pharmacy Services at Summit Health, discusses alternative medications and what is being done to prevent gaps in treatment via a segment on NJ Spotlight.