The only way out of this pandemic is a global prioritization of public health above profit.
Source: COVID Shows It’s Time to End the Pharmaceutical Industry
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Jen Psaki Is Annoyed by the Very Thought of Free COVID Tests for All
The White House spokesperson was asked why the administration doesn’t just send out free COVID tests, as other countries do. Her mindless, condescending response was a reminder that the Democrats are still the party of Aetna.
Source: Jen Psaki Is Annoyed by the Very Thought of Free COVID Tests for All
Gene Therapies Are Almost Here, But Healthcare Isn’t Ready for Sky-High Prices
Zolgensma—which treats spinal muscular atrophy, a rare genetic disease that damages nerve cells, leading to muscle decay—is currently the most expensive drug in the world. A one-time treatment of the life-saving drug for a young child costs $2.1 million.
Source: Gene Therapies Are Almost Here, But Healthcare Isn’t Ready for Sky-High Prices
Why Are Moderna’s Billionaires Airbrushing Scientists Out of the Vaccine Patent Picture?
Moderna, the world’s hottest new Big Pharma giant, now has four of its top players sitting on the annual Forbes list of America’s 400 richest. In early 2020, Moderna had none. Moderna’s Forbes 400 billionaire quartet owes its current good fortune completely to the company’s Covid-19 vaccine. And who made that vaccine possible? U.S. taxpayers.
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Big Pharma Greed ‘Literally Killing Americans,’ Sanders Says Outside Drug Lobby HQ
“How many people need to die, how many people need to get unnecessarily sicker, before Congress is prepared to take on the greed of the prescription drug industry?” asked Sen. Bernie Sanders.
Source: Big Pharma Greed ‘Literally Killing Americans,’ Sanders Says Outside Drug Lobby HQ
1848+: The End(s) of History 