Weight-loss drugs hit by price rises
According to Novo Nordisk, annual price increases haven't gone beyond single digits in the United States since 2016.
Texas judge hands Joe Biden big win
The judge threw out a lawsuit brought by pharmaceutical industry bodies challenging the government negotiating prices for expensive drugs.
How FDA ruling could unravel Big Pharma's stranglehold on US drugs
Florida can now import cheaper medications from Canada—though big hurdles to lower drug prices remain.
Big pharma is raising prices this month
Americans are set to see some major price hikes on their everyday medications in January.
The hilarious hypocrisy of Aaron Rodgers' COVID jab against Travis Kelce
Jets quarterback Rodgers called the Chiefs tight end Kelce "Mr. Pfizer" when discussing their recent showdown.
Big Pharma Should Cut Ad Spending To Fight Climate Change
If Big Pharma actually cares about the environment, there are plenty of areas they can become more sustainable without risking lives.
Republicans Want You to Pay More for Medicine—Again
Negotiating drug prices is not only good for seniors' wallets, making the lifesaving drugs they need more affordable, but also for taxpayers and national spending.
Lady Gaga slammed for appearing in ad campaign for migraine drug
The 'Born This Way' singer teamed up with the pharmaceutical giant Pfizer for the advertisement.
Is Ron DeSantis vaccinated? Florida governor looks to investigate shots
A new Public Health Integrity Committee in Florida will investigate COVID-related deaths and "hold Big Pharma accountable."
On Drug Prices, Big Pharma is in Charge—Not Joe Biden
On a policy that would immediately lower drug prices for millions of Americans, President Biden is losing—and badly.
CureVac Sues BioNTech Over COVID-19 Vaccine Patents
Pfizer's vaccine partner is being sued over alleged intellectual property rights in the use of mRNA technology.
Hangover Pill Promises to 'Break Down Alcohol Effectively'
Containing probiotic bacteria, amino acids and vitamins, Myrkl's makers say taking two of their new pills before drinking will ease a hangover the next day.
New Mark Cuban Company Slashes High Drug Prices: 'Life Changing'
The billionaire investor is being praised for launching a company that provides affordable medication.
Moderna, Pfizer Push For 4th Doses Despite Only Minor Benefits in Study
A study found Israeli healthcare workers given fourth coronavirus vaccine shot at the height of Omicron were only marginally more protected against reinfection.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle 'Brave' for Taking on Big Pharma on Vaccines
Harry and Meghan have been called "brave" by policy organization Global Justice Now for their signing of a letter marking 2 years of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sackler Family to Pay $6 Billion For Role in Profiting From Opioid Crisis
However, truth Pharma told Newsweek in a statement that the additional $1 billion in payments was "an insult" due to the Sacklers' vast wealth.
I Need Insulin to Stay Alive. It's Gradually Being Priced Out of My Reach
How much longer must hardworking Americans ration their medications while drug companies make historic profits?
Biogen Slashes Price of Its $56,000 Alzheimer's Drug After Criticism
Biogen announced the Alzheimer's drug Aduhelm will now cost patients $28,200 per year after doctors were hesitant prescribing the treatment due to costs.
Biden's Pick to Head FDA Says 'Price of Pharmaceuticals Is Way Too High'
Califf said that his reasoning for returning to the FDA is public service, saying that he is "a 70-year-old person with nothing to gain."
Company to Pay $40M Over Allegations it Raised Price of Drug By 4000%
Vyera Pharmaceuticals LLC and its parent company will pay $40 million over a 10-year period after increasing the price of Daraprim from $17.50 to $750 per pill.
Biden's HHS Secretary Has the Power to Lower Drug Prices. He Isn't Using It
Xavier Becerra pushed Trump to limit pharmaceutical price gouging. Now he's the one refusing to act.
Allen West Rails Against Vaccines While Hospitalized With COVID
He said vaccines enrich "the pockets of Big Pharma" and instead advocated for monoclonal antibody treatments—which cost about 62 times more.
Why DC's Most Powerful Corporate Lobbying Group Loves the 'Mod Squad'
The House Dems who helped the GOP kill reconciliation bill got more than $3 million from oil, pharma: two industries possibly targeted by the legislation.
The Drug Rebate Rule Deserves to Stand—Even if It Came from Trump
As a lifelong Democrat, I'm proud to see Congress on the verge of passing this historic legislation. I understand the need to pay for these critical investments. But there are other ways to fund much needed reforms—ways that don't make drugs even more expensive.
Drug Companies Hold Enormous Sway Over Our Health Care
Congress should enact regulations to loosen the grip the pharmaceutical industry has on America's doctors.
We've Cleaned Up Our Makeup. It's Time to Clean Up Our Medicine
Organic and non-GMO ingredients should be used whenever possible, and should be sourced responsibly and ethically with stringent policies in place.
Could Big Pharma Actually Lose This Fight? It's Biden's Call
Decades after Bernie Sanders first ran bus trips to Canada, President Biden has a bipartisan opportunity to end drugmakers' ability to lock Americans out of lower-priced medicine.
After Biden Broke His Health Care Pledge, Lobbyists Are Targeting States
Biden said he'd offer a public option for health insurance. He didn't—leaving states on their own to fight some of the nation's largest, richest and most politically organized businesses.
How to Win Back Americans Turning Away from Doctors for Medical Guidance
People in the businesses of health and wellness have every reason to launch new and bigger efforts to reach consumers across every platform available, providing engaging, credible content that stands out amid the noise.
Waiving Intellectual Property Protection: What Could Go Wrong?
President Joe Biden caved to political pressure from congressional Democrats on Wednesday, announcing that he plans to back a proposal to waive intellectual property rights for COVID-19 vaccines.