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Analysis Finds Meaningful Impact on Pharmaceutical Innovation From Reduced Revenues
For every 10% reduction in expected U.S. revenues, pharmaceutical innovation is expected to decline by up to 15%, finds a new Schaeffer Center analysis. Policymakers should consider whether lowering drug prices risks undermining long-term population health.
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Nearly 1 in 3 Retail Pharmacies Have Closed Since 2010, Widening Health Disparities
The risk of closure was higher in predominantly Black and Latino neighborhoods, and independent pharmacies were more than twice as likely to face closure.
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Medicare Enrollment Linked to Sharp Decline in Use of Mental Healthcare Services
People with substantial mental health needs appear to receive much less mental healthcare after they age into Medicare, while use of non-mental healthcare is unaffected.
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Reforming Health Policy to Expand Cognitive Screening
It’s becoming clear that early and aggressive intervention is our best hope for alleviating the tremendous suffering Alzheimer’s causes. Our policies must adapt to reflect this knowledge.
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