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Navigating Mpox and Drug Pricing Challenges
This chapter explores the emergence of a new strain of mpox, its increased contagiousness, and historical context regarding virus clades and their implications in community settings. It further examines the complexities of the pharmaceutical pricing system, particularly in relation to Medicare and the effects of the Inflation Reduction Act on drug prices and access. The discussion highlights the disparities in drug pricing for uninsured patients and the potential future impact of price controls on the pharmaceutical industry.