The first major trial against an opioid manufacturer began Tuesday in Oklahoma. The state is suing Johnson & Johnson for money to help treat addiction, arguing the epidemic became a public nuisance.
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Bill Of The Month: $4,836 Charge For Laughing Gas During Childbirth Is No Joke
Nitrous oxide is making a comeback for pain relief during childbirth. But charges for the option vary from free at some hospitals to thousands of dollars at others.
Snakebites And Kissing Bugs Among Surprise Items On World Health Agenda
Unpredictable moments involved the cost of drugs, the fight against snakebites and kissing bugs … and reproductive rights.
Cancer Drugs Approved Quickly Often Fail To Measure Up Later
Regulators give many cancer drugs a fast track to market while requiring drugmakers to do more studies after approval. Researchers have found the follow-up studies frequently come up short.
Tylenol For Infants And Children Is The Same. Why Does 1 Cost 3 Times More?
Infants’ Tylenol is the same strength as Children’s Tylenol. Turns out, the price difference has to do with packaging and safety features.
A Growing Number Of People Are Getting Pregnancy Care In Groups
Group prenatal visits are catching on — they can save money and reduce the risk of premature births. For one couple, it turned out to be the best decision they made during their pregnancy.
Colorado Caps Insulin Co-Pays At $100 For Insured Residents
A new law, signed by the governor earlier this week, is aimed at helping diabetics afford the lifesaving medication.
Trump Administration’s Proposed HHS Rule Would Redefine What ‘Sex’ Means
The Health and Human Services Department has proposed to end Obama-era rules that protect transgender people from discrimination in health care. That could impact the Trump administration’s plan to fight HIV.
Trump Administration Proposes Eliminating Protections For Transgender People In ACA
The Department of Health and Human Services has announced a proposal to end Obama-era rules protecting transgender people from discrimination in health care.
Trump Administration Proposes Eliminating Protections For Transgender People In ACA
The Department of Health and Human Services has announced a proposal to end Obama-era rules protecting transgender people from discrimination in health care.
