At a time when Americans are rightfully concerned about their ability to afford prescription drugs, it’s imperative that the health care system ease the burden on patients who require life-saving medications. The harsh reality is that many people are in need of assistance and are especially vulnerable during the COVID-19 pandemic, when so many individuals and families are struggling financially…
Enforcement needed to ensure health-plan compliance with HIV preventive drug requirement
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…
Three guiding principles for patient-centered decision-making in Washington for 2021
“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.”…
It’s important for the Trump Administration to listen to patients
“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.” …
Public health warfare: Conquering COVID-19 and other infectious diseases
“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.” …