Improving Medication Adherence for Older Adults: Ask This Question.

A study published in JAMA Network Open found that 1 in 5 adults aged 65 and above skipped or delayed their prescription medications last year due to concerns about cost. The study's lead author attributed the increase to rising inflation and prescription drug costs. The findings are in line with earlier studies and real-world experiences. The Inflation Reduction Act aims to lower the high cost of prescription drugs for older adults, but some of its provisions won't go into effect for several more years. Billionaire Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drug Co. offers some generic drugs at discounted prices.