Ex-MD Anderson scientist accused of stealing trade secrets for China

By FOX 26 Digital and Abigail DyePublished  August 25, 2025 

Ex-M.D. Anderson researcher accused of trying to steal trade secrets

An international investigation is underway after authorities say a local scientist tried to steal cancer related research from top medical institutes here in Houston and then send it to China. The suspect worked at MD Anderson and is now in custody.

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The Charity Care Mirage

60% of Hospitals Overbill Working Families

The charade of hospital chargemaster (retail) pricing and commercial discounts to the big four health insurers has to be the most prominent instance of kabuki theater in American business. Hospitals regularly bill eight to ten times what Medicare would pay, “discount” that 50 to 60% to insurers, and squeal like stuck pigs when employers seek to pay them 140% to 180% of Medicare.

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