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June 23, 2021 Drugs / Health Policy

How Patent Extensions Keep Some Drug Costs High

Many of the granted patents are for minor tweaks, such as combining two drugs into one or altering the dosage — changes that aren’t inventive

‘Walmart insulin’ can be a dangerous choice

Cash-strapped patient with diabetes who turn to low-cost “Walmart Insulins” could be putting their lives at risk, an expert warns.

February 1, 2019 Drugs / Health Costs

States May Have to Face Off Against Feds to Control Drug Prices

The federal government has zealously guarded its authority over drug pricing.

September 7, 2018 Diabetes / Endocrinology / Insulin

Insulin’s High Cost Leads To Deadly Rationing

His family thinks their son was rationing his insulin — using less than he needed — to try to make it last until he could afford to buy more.

July 30, 2018 Health Costs / Health Insurance / Health Policy

Drug Trade Group Quietly Spends ‘Dark Money’ To Sway Voters

Conservative nonprofits are funneling “dark money” — difficult-to-trace funds behind TV ads, phone calls, and other efforts used to influence politics.

July 25, 2018 Biotechnology / Drugs / Health Policy

Déjà Voodoo: Pharma’s Promises To Curb Drug Prices Have Been Heard Before

Drug company promises to contain prices are a familiar — and fleeting. In past, their vows to restrain prices last only as long as it is politically necessary.