Tag: drug-executive
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Shkreli plans to remain silent at congressional hearing: letter
Former drug executive Martin Shkreli plans to assert his right against self-incrimination and remain silent if he is forced to appear at a congressional hearing in Washington next week about drug prices, according to a letter seen by Reuters. Shkreli's lawyer informed the U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform of his intent not…
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Targeted school closures might help fight pandemic flu
By Lisa Rapaport In the event of another influenza pandemic, closing select schools or even just certain classrooms might limit social costs while slowing down spread of the disease more effectively than a nationwide shutdown, a new study estimates. Out of all the options explored, a nationwide school shutdown appeared to be the least effective…