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Why drugs cost more in America
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Nina posted on 2021/09/02Ever wondered why your medicines cost so much more in the US compared to other countries? This video breaks down the complex world of prescription drug pricing, using real-life examples like the EpiPen and Sovaldi to explain the 'why' behind the price tags. You'll gain a deeper understanding of health policy and pick up key vocabulary related to the US healthcare system!
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essentially
US /ɪˈsenʃəli/
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UK /ɪˈsenʃəli/
- Adverb
- Basically; (said when stating the basic facts)
- Used to emphasize the basic truth or fact of a situation.
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US /ɪˈkwɪvələnt/
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UK /ɪˈkwɪvələnt/
- Adjective
- Equal to something in value, use or meaning
- Having the same meaning or significance.
- Noun
- Thing like another in quality, quantity or degree
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US /ˈæksɛs/
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UK /'ækses/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Way to enter a place, e.g. a station or stadium
- The opportunity or right to use something or to see someone.
- Transitive Verb
- To be able to use or have permission to use
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US /ˌrɛkəˈmɛnd/
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UK /ˌrekə'mend/
- Transitive Verb
- To advise or suggest that someone do something
- To endorse or support something publicly.
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