Health
The Drug That Cost $4 to Make and $4,000 to Buy
A trail of licensing deals and patent extensions reveals how a life-saving medication was priced out of reach for the patients who need it most.
Leila Hassan·11 min read·September 3, 2026
Investigating pharmaceutical pricing, healthcare failures, and the systemic neglect of public health infrastructure.
A trail of licensing deals and patent extensions reveals how a life-saving medication was priced out of reach for the patients who need it most.
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