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Multiple Sclerosis Drug Pulled from the Market

A recently approved multiple sclerosis drug was voluntarily pulled from the market on Monday, following reports of a death and illness related to the treatment. NPR's Madeleine Brand speaks with NPR's Joanne Silberner about the affects the withdrawal may have on the FDA.

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Joanne Silberner is a health policy correspondent for National Public Radio. She covers medicine, health reform, and changes in the health care marketplace.