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WW3, Biden Vows Retaliation Against Iran, Taylor Swift AI Nude Image Scandal | PBD Podcast | Ep. 358

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Patents, Profits, and Patient Access

This chapter explores the contentious issue of patent extensions in the pharmaceutical industry, focusing on how lobbying by large companies shapes public perception and legislation. It highlights the media's role in influencing narratives around drug pricing and accessibility, while raising ethical concerns about the balance between profits and patient needs. The discussion also reveals the dramatic price changes after patent expirations and the impact on consumer access to essential medications.

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