High Rx Costs Hit New York Hispanic Community Hard

“As drug costs continue to rise, most Hispanic New Yorkers are finding it difficult to afford the drugs they need to stay healthy, according to an AARP survey released today at a press conference in Manhattan. At the event, members of the Hispanic community spoke of their struggles with high prescription drug costs and AARP urged people to join the fight to pass state laws making drugs more affordable and accessible for all New Yorkers.

“The findings of this survey are disturbing to say the least. The Hispanic community is clearly struggling to afford their prescription drugs,” said Alejandro Garcia, a member of AARP New York’s Executive Council. “We must all work together to pass state laws to ensure that no one has to choose between filling their grocery cart and filling their prescriptions because drugs are so expensive.” “

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