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The fight for affordable insulin

Today, Explained

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The Insulin Odyssey: From Discovery to Crisis

This chapter explores the groundbreaking discovery of insulin and its initial usage in diabetes treatment, emphasizing the altruism behind its patent sale. It also addresses the resulting monopoly in the insulin market, skyrocketing prices, and recent initiatives aimed at making insulin more affordable amidst public outcry.

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