Pharmaceuticals

Pills spilling from bottle

IN THE NEWS: Don't Just Blame Drug Companies for the Opioid Crisis...

New Contribution from Rebecca Haffajee

The causes driving the opioid crisis are more complex than just the actions of pharmaceutical companies. A fragmented health care system, ineffective policies, and current federal and state laws are all contributing to the level of difficulty when it comes to combating overdoses and addiction within the United States.

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IN THE NEWS: Opinion: Lower Out-Of-Pocket Drug Costs for Needy

New Op/Ed from A. Mark Fendrick

Making medications more affordable would improve the health of the most vulnerable among us. In some circumstances, it could even reduce total health care spending by averting preventable hospitalizations and emergency room visits.

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Improving Affordability of Prescription Drugs

Q & A with Minal Patel

Out-of-pocket expenses for prescription medications impose a heavy financial burden, especially on low- and middle-income patients with chronic diseases, often reducing adherence to medication and worsening health outcomes. Members of Congress have launched an investigation into the rising prices of life-saving drugs like insulin.