Delayed care for diseases can result in worsened health outcomes. Complications due to increased healthcare costs create significant barriers for the effective management of diseases. Out-of-pocket expenses for patients without insurance, or treatments not covered by insurance, can result in impossible situations for patients with pressing needs. So why are some drugs so expensive to access? And how does this affect patients? Click through this gallery to find out.
One in three Americans don't have money for medication
There is limited access to necessary treatments for patients
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