Big Pharma: Gaming the system

Nick Dearden, author of PharmaNomics, and Phil Whitaker, a seasoned NHS GP, dive into the murky waters of Big Pharma's influence on healthcare. They discuss how pharmaceutical companies have historically manipulated doctors and the regulatory environment to prioritize profits. The dark legacy of OxyContin marketing reveals the dangerous consequences of profit-driven strategies. Dearden and Whitaker also advocate for rethinking pharmaceutical regulations, emphasizing the need for public interest over corporate profit, inspired by innovative models from countries like South Africa.