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Weight-loss drugs are already dropping in price; could they go even lower?

Consumers are now able to pay roughly $500 for the drugs, which often retail at more than $1,000

The Independent UK

As the FDA evaluates ecstasy treatment for PTSD, questions mount about the evidence

Clinical trials of MDMA have been promising, but concerns have emerged about the quality of the research. A June hearing scheduled by the Food and Drug Administration is likely to address them.

WEKU

An Alzheimer's drug is on the way, but getting it may still be tough. Here's why

The Food and Drug Administration is expected to grant full approval to the Alzheimer's drug lecanemab by July 6. But access to the drug may still be limited.

WEKU

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Anti-obesity drug demand expected to skyrocket, but will insurance cover the cost?

New weight loss drugs can cost more than $1,000 a month, but most health plans don’t cover them.

Chicago Sun-Times

New generation of weight loss medications offer promise — but at a price

Excitement is building about a new generation of drugs that tout the ability to help adults with excess weight shed more pounds than older drugs on the market.

Tribune News Service

ALS drug's approval draws cheers from patients, questions from skeptics

A controversial new drug for ALS could add months to patients' lives – if it actually works

WEKU

Michael Hiltzik: This life-saving drug will cost a record $2.8 million. Who will pay the price?

For the estimated 1,500 Americans suffering from a blood disorder known as beta thalassemia, the Food and Drug Administration's approval Aug. 17 of the drug Zynteglo was almost unalloyed good news.

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