Tag: drug subsidies
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Cheaper Cancer and Chronic Condition Medicines Now on PBS: A Vital Step for Australian Patients
New PBS Listings Bring Cheaper Treatments for Cancer and Chronic Conditions Australian patients battling cancer and chronic conditions can breathe easier as a series of new and expanded medicines have been listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). This move is designed to reduce out-of-pocket costs for families and improve access to life-changing therapies that…
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Uncommon Knowledge: Trump’s Obesity Fix — SNAP Bans and Subsidized Drugs
Overview: A bold approach to obesity policy In recent policy circles, the term “obesity fix” has been associated with a mix of regulatory tightening and targeted subsidies. Proponents argue that aligning federal assistance programs with contemporary medical options could reduce obesity rates and related health costs. Critics fear such measures may overstep economic and civil…