I read an article about some US residents are failing to take their prescriptions drugs due to the cost. In the recession economy that has finally been verified as a recession, many families are cutting back on necessities of life...
I know my Mother has fallen into the practice of not filling prescriptions since she just cannot afford the multitude of pills that she needs to take in order to feel good, including depression medication. I don't want to write this as a political debate, but I researched this since I spent hours and hours in the emergency room lately with a friend.
The CBS news report indicated that even drug sales have fallen in the last couple years due to the economy. It makes sense. When will this economic depression resolve?
You can read the full article here http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/126511.php.
Do you know of people who are no longer taking their medications due to the prices?