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Episode 158: Angela Rasmussen on Russia's vaccine controversy, plus Biden's drug pricing punt

Episode 158: Angela Rasmussen on Russia's vaccine controversy, plus Biden's drug pricing punt

First, STAT Washington correspondent Rachel Cohrs…

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April 29, 202128m 4s

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Show Notes

First, STAT Washington correspondent Rachel Cohrs joins us to explain why President Biden's endorsement for drug pricing reform rang hollow to many advocates. Next, virologist Angela Rasmussen calls in to discuss the controversy around a Russian-produced vaccine for Covid-19. Finally, STAT's Kate Sheridan joins us to talk about how a shortage of cheap, little-discussed plastic tools is hobbling scientific labs around the world.