Biogen criticized in the US over price of new Alzheimer's drug

Bloomberg News reports that treating 1 million patients will cost around USD 57bn annually according to an estimate made by the Kaiser Family Foundation.
Photo: Steven Senne/AP/Ritzau Scanpix
Photo: Steven Senne/AP/Ritzau Scanpix
BY RITZAU FINANS, TRANSLATED BY NIELSINE NIELSEN

The price tag of Biogen's new Alzheimer's medication Aduhelm has raised criticism and concern in the US. Soon, authorities will decide the extent of the available support schemes and the patient groups that will be offered the medication, according to Bloomberg News.

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