There is no question that the rising cost of health care, and the cost of prescription drugs are creating a hardship for many Texans. But is importing pharmaceuticals from Canada really the best solution? This perspective explores the Canadian prescription drug system, and the myths surrounding drug importation in the context of legislation passed in the 79th Session.
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‘Fail First’ Policies Failed Me, It’s Time to Fix Step Therapy in Texas
When I was 14 years old, I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis, a chronic autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the joints, organs, and tissues it’s meant to protect. That diagnosis marked the start of a lifelong battle not just against disease, but against a system designed to deny me the treatment I...
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