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Will other countries pay more too?
This specific deal is between the UK and US, so it directly impacts the NHS's spending on American medicines. It doesn't automatically mean other countries will face higher drug prices. However, if the deal sets a precedent for higher prices, it could influence future negotiations between pharmaceutical companies and other national health systems globally.
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