STAT+: Can a top Republican from a bygone political era fix pharma’s woes in Washington?

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What happened

In Washington, Eric Cantor will confront bipartisan backlash over rising health care costs.

Key facts

  • Reported by STAT and published Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:30:00 UTC.

Why it matters

Outbreaks, approvals and guidance changes have direct practical consequences for care, travel and public-health planning.

What to watch next

  • Case numbers and official guidance updates
  • Regulatory decisions in other countries
  • Supply, recall or access changes

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