Robert Reich / RobertReich.OrgMay 13, 2018
Donald Trump promised to rein in drug prices, but his plan does little but add another battering ram to his ongoing economic war against America’s allies. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )
Ellen Brown / TruthdigApr 3, 2018
The Trump administration should veto the chemical giants' pending merger to protect not just competitors but human and environmental health. Dig deeper ( 7 Min. Read )
Chelsey Luger / TruthdigFeb 12, 2018
Pharmaceutical companies should be held accountable for their role in further damaging Native peoples’ well-being, but that’s only the beginning. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )
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Charles Ornstein / ProPublica, and Katie Thomas / The New York TimesDec 11, 2017
As insurers ask consumers to pay a greater share of their drug costs, it may be cheaper to pay cash than use an insurance card. Dig deeper ( 7 Min. Read )
By Charles Ornstein / ProPublica, and Katie Thomas / The New York TimesAug 7, 2017
Some pharmaceutical companies are cutting deals with insurers to favor brand-name products over cheaper versions. Dig deeper ( 8 Min. Read )
By Marshall Allen / ProPublicaJul 19, 2017
Hospitals and pharmacies are required to discard expired drugs, no matter how costly or vital they are. Meanwhile, the FDA has long known that many remain safe and potent for years. Dig deeper ( 11 Min. Read )
Emma Niles / TruthdigMay 2, 2017
The California Democrat attended a fundraising event held by a big-pharma lobbying firm a week after constituents booed her stance on single-payer health care. (Pictured, a protester at a Feinstein event in February.) Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )
By Robert Faturechi / ProPublicaApr 5, 2017
While in Congress, HHS Secretary Tom Price acquired up to $90,000 of pharmaceutical stock the same day he intervened on a rule that would hurt drug profits. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigMar 1, 2017
Lawmakers call on President Trump to honor his campaign promises and back their bill when he addresses Congress Tuesday night. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigFeb 26, 2017
As it readies for battle with President Trump over drug prices, the pharmaceutical industry is deploying economists and health care experts from top universities. Dig deeper ( 21 Min. Read )
By Lauren McCauley / Common DreamsJan 13, 2017
Sen. Cory Booker and others drew sharp rebuke from observers who pointed out that many who voted "no" receive substantial contributions from the pharmaceutical industry. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )
Natasha Hakimi Zapata / TruthdigOct 24, 2016
The "Last Week Tonight" host delves into the painful truths behind the painkiller dependence that is ruining—and taking—many American lives. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )
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