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Trump's Tariffs Could Skyrocket Drug Prices for All

7/26/2025

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President Trump's upcoming tariffs on pharmaceuticals, set to reach as high as 200% starting August 1, threaten to spike drug prices in both the U.S. and Canada. A 25% tariff alone could inflate U.S. medication costs by 10-14%, hitting low-income families hardest. Meanwhile, Canadian companies brace for rising prices and possible drug shortages, complicating healthcare access.

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President Trump's upcoming tariffs on pharmaceuticals, set to reach as high as 200% starting August 1, threaten to spike drug prices in both the U.S. and Canada. A 25% tariff alone could inflate U.S. medication costs by 10-14%, hitting low-income families hardest. Meanwhile, Canadian companies brace for rising prices and possible drug shortages, complicating healthcare access.