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What's interesting is that the "big corporations" that so many people complain about are actually taking a lot of this into their own hands (as it should be).
Walmart has several prescriptions for $4 now and I think some of the other large stores have followed.
Most if not all of the drug companies offer free/discounted drugs for people who meet certain income criteria. In addition, they give enough samples to your doctor where if you truly can't afford them, you can usually get them for free. The first 2 years I had an individual policy it didn't cover my migraine medications. But my Dr. just gave me a bag full every visit. Worked great.
Now Walmart, Walgreens, Target, CVS and maybe some other stores are opening clinics in their larger locations which will be affiliated with the local hospital. This will allow those who normally fill up the ER with simple complaints to buy a loaf of bread and see the doctor all in one visit ;)
And most insurance companies offer catastrophic insurance for a relatively low amount to keep you from losing your home over a $200K medical bill.
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