Relaxed Law Allows Docs to Dine with Big Pharma

“The pharma industry is very adept at persuading the public that coupons are good for consumers. The reality is that what the coupons will do is increase healthcare costs significantly. They’re designed to promote the sale of the newest and most costly drugs,” [MASSIPRG's Legislative Director Deirdre] Cummings said. “In the end it leads to a less safe environment to consumers."