Health care
Americans are spending way too much on health care, and getting far too little in return. Together we can bring down the cost of prescription drugs, prevent surprise medical bills, get providers to rein in skyrocketing costs, and more.
The Latest on Health care
OSPIRG Federal Lobby Day: Bills in Congress would tackle microplastic pollution and health care price transparency
Consumer Protection Week 2024: Empowering Consumers in a Complex Marketplace
Updates
PIRG campaign to pass Lower Costs, More Transparency Act advances
Sign up for a quick primer on medical bill protections
Public’s right to challenge weak patents for Rx drugs is at risk.
Featured Resources
Health Care Survey – Toplines
Health Care Survey – Summary
Outpatient outrage: Hospitals charge facility fees for care at the doctor’s office
A bad deal: Why you don’t want (medical credit) cards in your hand
I support OSPIRG for the health of the state I love.Laura V.F., Member
I support OSPIRG for the health of the state I love
The Latest
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New Poll Shows Oregonians Struggle with Skyrocketing Health Care Costs, Bipartisan Support for Government Action
Three-quarters of Oregonians have gone without health care due to cost and even more worry about affording care in the future
Advisory committee publishes report meant to help Congress solve ambulance surprise billing
A long-anticipated report from the federally appointed Ground Ambulance and Patient Billing Advisory Committee published Wednesday, sent to Congress.
Looking ahead: protecting the climate, nature and consumers in 2024
A glance at PIRG's, Environment America's plans to serve the public interest in the new year
PIRG’s warmest wishes for a safe and happy new year
Year in review: PIRG’s 2023 highlights
PIRG, its state groups celebrate national, state, local victories for the public interest