Judge Clears Way for Price Lawsuit Against Insulin Manufacturers
Judge denies a motion to dismiss a case against three major drug companies over allegations of price gauging and making it too expensive for diabetics to obtain life-saving insulin.
Health & Medicine
Ohio Nursing Home Caregivers Indicted on Multiple Charges
Several nurses employed at Whetstone Gardens and Care Center in Columbus, Ohio, have been indicted for charges including patient neglect, involuntary manslaughter, and forgery, among others.
Maryland Considering Bill to Treat Opioid Addiction with Medical Marijuana
Maryland lawmakers are considering a bill that would list medical marijuana as an effective treatment option for opioid use disorder.
Chicago Alleges 27 e-Cig Companies are Marketing to Minors
The City of Chicago has submitted a lawsuit against nearly three dozen e-cigarette retailers for allegedly selling their products to minors online.
FDA Send a Clear Warning to McKesson Regarding Illegitimate Shipments
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sent a warning letter to drug distributor McKesson for incidents in which pharmacies received tampered with shipments of opioids.
Johnson & Johnson Will Include Drug Prices in Television Ads
Johnson & Johnson will improve transparency regarding the cost of certain prescriptions by including pricing in television ads.
Protestors Flood Museums Partially Funded by Sacklers
Protestors flood museums the Sackler family has donated to over the years, asking them to refuse any future funding.
Beware the Potential Consequences of Using an Epidural for Pain
While an epidural seems like a better option for chronic back pain than opioids, there are risks involved, including paraylsis.
Drug Company CEOs Will Testify at Hearing Addressing Price Increases
A hearing will be held at the end of the month in which executives from top drug manufacturers will testify regarding significant price increases.
Arizona Lawmakers are Hoping to Crack Down on Sexual Abuse
Arizona lawmakerse are hoping to modify current licensing requirements for all caregivers of patients with disabilities in order to address sexual abuse concerns.