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Former Employee at Pacific University’s Pharmacy School Files Discrimination Lawsuit

The employee had worked on a staff survey about alleged sexism, racism and workplace violations, the lawsuit says.

Jul 7, 2021
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Oregon U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley Seeks To Rein In High Prescription Drug Prices

The bill would tie U.S. drug prices to a median price in 11 countries where prescriptions are much cheaper.

Apr 22, 2021

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Oregon Lawmakers Seek To Curtail Soaring Pharmaceutical Prices

But they face drug industry opposition as they consider bills to make generic drugs more available, limit out-of-pocket insulin costs and set price limits on expensive drugs.

Mar 31, 2021
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Pharmaceutical Industry, Hospitals Pour Money Into Campaigns In Oregon

Ballot Measure 108, which would increase the tax on cigarettes and cigars and vaping products, has attracted the most money.

Oct 20, 2020
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Pharmaceutical Company Donates Experimental COVID-19 Drug To Oregon 

Oregon has received a donation of an experimental drug that may aid the fight against COVID-19.

Apr 16, 2020

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Lawmakers Consider Bill To Rein In High Insulin Prices

Feb 6, 2020
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Oregon Lawmakers Mull Changes To Strengthen Drug Transparency Program 

Feb 4, 2020
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Study Shows How Pharmaceutical Companies Maneuver To Maintain Sales, High Prices

Jan 15, 2020
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Oregon State Capitol in Salem. | RENAUDE HATSEDAKIS

Lawmakers Ready Bills On Prescription Drug Prices, Staffing Shortages 

Jan 13, 2020
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First Round of Oregon v. Pharma. State Publishes Data And Stories. Next Up: Trade Secrets

Dec 17, 2019
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