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Montana’s new “right to try” law can’t come soon enough for some

Healthcare
United States
Started August 1, 2026

Kris DeVault is desperate. His son, Brody, was born in March 2023. It wasn’t long before he started to show signs of developmental delay, says DeVault. As time went on, Brody started missing key milestones in speech, movement, and coordination, he says. When Brody was around two and a half years old, a genetic test…

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CLAIM Posted by admin • Aug 1, 2026
Montana's law could inspire similar legislation in other states, promoting patient choice nationwide.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Aug 1, 2026
The law may lead to increased healthcare costs without guaranteed outcomes for patients.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Aug 1, 2026
The law reflects a growing trend towards patient empowerment in the face of terminal illnesses.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Aug 1, 2026
Parents should have the option to pursue unapproved treatments when facing life-threatening conditions for their children.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Aug 1, 2026
The 'right to try' law risks prioritizing speed over safety in critical medical decisions.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Aug 1, 2026
Access to experimental therapies should be carefully monitored to protect vulnerable patients.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Aug 1, 2026
Montana's 'right to try' law may divert attention from proven, effective medical treatments.
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Families should be informed of both the potential risks and benefits of unapproved therapies under the new law.
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Public deliberation on the 'right to try' law can help clarify the ethical implications of experimental treatments.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Aug 1, 2026
Montana's new 'right to try' law will empower families to seek experimental treatments for their children.
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