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Why Insulin Is So Expensive and How California Aims to Produce Its Own | WSJ


California Gov. Gavin Newsom recently announced the state will begin making its own insulin to help lower the cost of the diabetes medication. WSJ explains how insulin got so expensive in the U.S. and explores whether a policy initiative like California’s could succeed in driving down costs.

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