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Rheumatology Could Face New Challenges Under Drug Tariff Reforms

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Key Takeaways

  • The European Union/U.S. trade deal includes a 15% tariff that applies to pharmaceuticals.
  • The tariffs could impact the cost of providing care, patient access to therapies and drug research and development.
  • More tariffs on pharmaceuticals may be coming.

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