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Pharma Cash Rolls Into Congress to Defend an Embattled Industry
Mitch McConnell, who is running for reelection, has seen an uptick in pharmaceutical industry donations this year.
Johnson & Johnson Ruling Sets Stage for Holding Pharma Accountable for Opioids
The ruling marks the first time a drug company has been held responsible for the opioid crisis.
Johnson & Johnson Ordered to Pay Millions for Role in Oklahoma’s Opioid Crisis
In his ruling, the judge said the company's misleading marketing practices helped to create the opioid crisis.
How Steep Is That Sidewalk? A Digital Map for People With Disabilities
For disabled people, getting around Seattle is a constant challenge. This app wants to make it easier and safer.
Insulin Prices Killed Josh Wilkerson. Now His Mother Is Taking On Big Pharma.
“My son died at 27 because his income was insufficient for him to purchase insulin,” says Erin Weaver.
Hepatitis A Races Across the United States
Since 2016, the virus has spawned outbreaks in at least 29 states.
Intergenerational Trauma Is a Biological Reality
Can timely intervention in epigenetic changes prevent the cycle of trauma?
“Guardianship” Often Fails Poor Seniors. Is There a Different Way?
Lack of regulation and potential for abuse make many elder care advocates wary of the guardianship model.
Extreme Inequality Is Driving Anxiety and Depression in the US
Studies show chronic status anxiety is higher at all income levels in less equal countries.
Lawsuit Seeks to Let Medicare Patients Appeal Gap in Nursing Home Coverage
Medicare’s nursing home benefit is available only to those admitted to the hospital for three consecutive days.