As we begin 2021, almost everyone with private health insurance will have free access to drugs that prevent HIV infection, known as pre-exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP. To start with, it is remarkable that such medications exist, and so important that health care coverage laws emphasize preventive services…
“Millions of patients most vulnerable to the effects of COVID-19 are not only feeling left behind in 2020, but are facing more intense health and economic challenges as policymakers and regulators make one poor policy decision after another.”…
“The United States needs to take serious action to lower drug prices and expand access for patients, and it should start by listening to them. Unfortunately, the Trump administration recently put forth a proposal that fails to listen to patients’ concerns and will actually do more harm than good.” …
“Imagine if we had a treatment for COVID-19 that works nearly 100% of the time, or a cure, and we did not provide it to the people. That is what we are doing today when it comes to HIV and hepatitis C.” …
“Rising out-of-pocket costs are a burden for many Americans and their families, and seniors who are living with HIV/AIDS, arthritis and any other chronic condition often feel the impacts most acutely.” …