Infectious Diseases Institute

Pharmaceutical Security in Ohio: Exploring Public Options

Join Ohio state senators, patient advocates, and faculty experts from across Ohio State's campus to discuss improving access to life-saving medications.
Date
November 12, 2026
Time
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location
WOSU Community Studio
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Cost
Free
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About this event

Public pharma offers an alternative to today’s profit-driven pharmaceutical system by using the public sector to research, develop, manufacture, and distribute drugs. Pharmaceutical Security in Ohio: Exploring Public Options is a community discussion exploring the need for publicly owned pharmaceutical options in Ohio to ensure access to life-saving medications like insulin, anti-retroviral therapy, and vaccines.

This event is sponsored by the Infectious Diseases Institute.

Featuring:

  • Erin Moore, Diabetes Justice Lab, Department of Anthropology, Ohio State
  • Rebecca Wolitz, Moritz College of Law, Ohio State
  • Shaina Kasper, T1International
  • Shannon Vance, Gavin Gill Foundation
  • Eileen Faulds, College of Nursing, Ohio State
  • Allyson Hughes, Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, Ohio University
  • Jessica Sherman, College of Nursing, Ohio State
  • John Gray, Max M. Fisher College of Business, Ohio State
  • E. Michael Murphy, College of Pharmacy, Ohio State
  • Munira Abdullahi, Ohio House of Representatives
  • Allison Russo, Ohio House of Representatives

Contact

For questions or event assistance, reach out to Erin Moore

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