Does access to free medication reduce health system costs?

More than 34 million people in the United States were living in food insecure households in 2021, a decline from 38 million in 2020. The combination of the expanded child tax credit, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits, and private donations all contributed to reducing food insecurity during the pandemic. Still there is much more work to be done, with food costs spiking 11.4%, the largest annual increase since 1979, inflation factors could easily cause food insecurity to grow.

St. Vincent de Paul Charitable Pharmacy offers article regarding impact of a charitable pharmacy on their community and patients

One in four Americans say they struggle to afford their prescription medications. The establishment of this Charitable Pharmacy in Milford will allow patients who live east of Cincinnati better access to care.

Good Pill will provide direct access to hundreds of life-saving medications and save families $150+/month on healthcare cost

FDA approves 1 Year delay of Track & Trace requirements

Starting Sept. 25, Americans can again order free COVID-19 tests through the federal government.

An opportunity for charitable pharmacies to collaborate with oncology practices for non-oncology medications during and after treatment.

The term digital divide is defined as the differences
of economic and social inequality in both access and usage of ICTs. 2, 3 Some population groups that are
affected by the digital divide include uninsured, at or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL), lack
of internet access, etc

Medication non-adherence has led to at least 100,000 preventable deaths each year and $100 billion annually in preventable healthcare costs in the United States

An opportunity for charitable pharmacies to collaborate with oncology practices for non-oncology medications during and after treatment.

An opportunity for charitable pharmacies to collaborate with oncology practices for non-oncology medications during and after treatment.

Charitable Pharmacies of America organization member receives Health Equity grant

APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN! – Letters of Intent due 9/15/23

‘Unbelievably good price’: KC-area pharmacy dispenses bargain medicine — and hope Go to article

Charitable Pharmacies of America organization member receives Health Equity grant