Charge Quote by Sendhil Mullainathan
“A few drugs - such as beta-blockers, statins and glycogen control medications - have proved very effective at managing hypertension, heart disease, diabetes and strokes. Most insurance plans charge something for them. Why not make drugs like these free? Not for everyone, but just the groups for whom they are provably effective.”
About This Quote
Source Opinion piece: 2021 The Economist article on drug pricing
He argues that effective drugs for hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, and strokes should be free for proven groups, despite insurance costs.
In simple terms: Effective drugs should be free for those who benefit most.
Key Takeaway
Provide free essential meds to proven recipients.
Themes
healthcare
equity
policy
Mood
analytical
advocacy
Type
economic
ethical
When to use this quote
- insurance
- government
- advocacy
- access
Key Concepts
pharmacoeconomics
public health
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies fund free essential drugs?
- What criteria ensure drugs reach those who benefit most?
A Different Perspective
Funding such programs may be politically challenging.
