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FDA keeps brand-name drugs on a fast path to market ― despite manufacturing concerns

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5 things we found in the FDA’s hidden device database

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Donald Trump speaks to supporters during a rally at the Van Andel Arena on March 28, 2019 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. (Getty/Scott Olson)

Consumers rejected drug plan that mirrors Trump administration proposal

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Trump administration salutes parade of generic drug approvals, but hundreds aren’t for sale

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Pfizer settles kickback case related to copay assistance for $24M

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Drugmakers blamed for blocking generics have jacked up prices

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Patients overpay for prescriptions 23% of the time, analysis shows

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The drug lobby is stepping up efforts to out-play Trump (AP)

Drugmakers dramatically boosted lobbying spending in Trump’s first quarter

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