Big Pharma’s Responsibility to American Healthcare: Striking a Balance Between Profit and Public Health

<p>The pharma industry is a cornerstone of modern medicine, responsible for developing and distributing life-saving medications that improve countless lives. However, the industry&rsquo;s practices and priorities have come under scrutiny, raising questions about its responsibility to the American public.</p> <p>The tension between profit motives and public health outcomes lies at the heart of this debate. On one hand, pharmaceutical companies are profit-driven enterprises accountable to shareholders. They invest billions in research and development to bring innovative drugs to market and generate returns on their investments. This drive for profit can lead to high drug prices, aggressive marketing tactics, and a focus on blockbuster drugs that treat common ailments rather than niche conditions.</p> <p><a href="https://richardameyer.medium.com/big-pharmas-responsibility-to-american-healthcare-striking-a-balance-between-profit-and-public-86cdb54047e4"><strong>Read More</strong></a></p>