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Big Pharma Cozies Up to Trump as He Moves to Lower Drug Prices
Big pharma is blaming others in the drug supply chain while pushing policies to protect its own bottom line.
Trump Put Corporate Profits Over Babies’ Health. Are We Surprised?
This administration has repeatedly demonstrated a desire for profit at the cost of society's most vulnerable.
Food Security in Africa Requires Governmental Regulations
Food security is just as much about safety of food as it is about availability.
Children With Disabilities Endure Long Waits for Life-Changing Medical Equipment
Long waits aggravate existing health problems, cause pain and pressure sores, or exacerbate developmental delays.
Health Insurers Are Collecting Your Data — And Could Raise Your Rates
Without any public scrutiny, insurers and data brokers are predicting your health costs based on personal data.
States Attacking ACA Would Suffer Most if Preexisting Conditions Shield Gets Axe
Residents of the Republican-led states that are challenging the law have the most to lose.
Single-Payer Advocates in Congress Double Down With Medicare for All Caucus
Caucus members hope to help educate the public about true single-payer health care and hasten its implementation.
Migrant Parents Reunited With Children Must Brace for Trauma and Long Recovery
Psychoanalyst Nancy Burke discusses the psychological impact of family separation.
Years After EPA Cited Health Risks From Chemical Plant, Is Enough Being Done?
Regulators haven’t resolved issues swirling around emissions released by the Denka Performance Elastomer plant.
Secret Documents Expose Monsanto’s War on Cancer Scientists
Policy makers must not allow corporate-spun science to guide decisions about cancer prevention.