5. Manipulating Scientific Research
Big Pharma’s influence extended deep into the scientific community. Companies funded research designed to produce favorable outcomes, often shaping study protocols and selectively publishing positive results. Some researchers were pressured to interpret data in ways that supported the widespread use of opioids for pain management. According to JAMA Network, this manipulation not only misled healthcare professionals but also undermined public trust in medical science, compounding the opioid crisis.
