What We're Reading: Drug Discounts for Uninsured; Life Expectancy; Duchenne Drug Price
Cheaper Drugs for the Uninsured
Express Scripts will offer a lower rate for some drugs used by people in high-deductible health plans or by people who have no insurance. The program is free, and consumers will get discounts on drugs at pharmacies around the country,
Life Expectancy Disparities in the US
Depending on the county, life expectancy in the United States can look very different.
Duchenne Drug Gets $35K Price Tag
Before Marathon sold its drug to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy, it had set a $89,000 list price, and the new owner promised a lower price tag. PTC Therapeutics has
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