Bill Gates: U.S. Drug Pricing System 'Better Than Most'

The transcript discusses the development of vaccines for diseases like HIV and malaria, highlighting their importance. It explores the potential of gene editing in biological sciences, including its applications in plants and animals. The challenges of high costs and profit motives in drug development are addressed, with examples like Valiant and hep C treatments. The role of pharmaceutical companies in providing access to medicines through tiered pricing is also discussed, emphasizing the need for both innovation and accessibility.

In what ways can pharmaceutical companies contribute to improving human health?

What is the significance of tiered pricing in pharmaceuticals?