Tag: health economics

Generic vs Brand Drug Labor Costs: The Hidden Economics of Production

Generic vs Brand Drug Labor Costs: The Hidden Economics of Production
May, 3 2026 Liana Pendleton

Explore the hidden economic differences in labor costs between generic and brand-name drug production. Learn how scale, automation, and global sourcing drive down generic prices while brand names bear heavy R&D and specialized labor burdens.

Pricing Pressure and Shortages in Healthcare: How Supply Chains Are Straining Costs and Access

Pricing Pressure and Shortages in Healthcare: How Supply Chains Are Straining Costs and Access
Dec, 22 2025 Liana Pendleton

Pricing pressure and shortages in healthcare are driving up costs and limiting access to essential medicines. Supply chain disruptions, concentrated production, and price controls are making shortages worse-impacting patients, providers, and health systems worldwide.