First responders take drug shortage concerns to Congressman Rooney

A nationwide drug shortage affecting the ability of hospitals and EMTs to give patients life-saving medicine is being felt in Southwest Florida. Now, local physicians and first responders say it's time for the federal government to take action. Congressman Francis Rooney took part in a discussion Friday at North Collier Fire-Rescue's Station 45, where first responders explained how medicines used to treat seizures, allergic reactions, and diabetic and heart emergencies are in short supply.