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TrumpRx Debuts Amid Skepticism Over Pricing Impact
politics22 days ago

TrumpRx Debuts Amid Skepticism Over Pricing Impact

The White House launched TrumpRx (trumprx.gov) to help uninsured Americans find discounted prices for high-cost, brand-name drugs. It doesn’t sell drugs directly; users browse discounted medicines and either receive coupons at pharmacies or are redirected to manufacturers’ sites. Discounts come from voluntary 'most favored nation' deals with 16 major drugmakers, but full terms are not public. Economists say the savings are likely modest and mainly increase price transparency; the platform could help those not covered by insurance, especially for lifestyle drugs like fertility or weight-loss treatments. Democrats criticize it as a vanity project and raise concerns about potential conflicts with BlinkRx and Trump family involvement; long-term impact remains uncertain.

via latimes.com|
#blinkrx#democrats#drug-pricing
politics23 days ago

TrumpRx launches discount drug portal, aims to cut costs but skeptics doubt sweeping savings

President Trump unveiled TrumpRx, a direct-to-consumer site offering discounts on about 40 branded medicines from five major drugmakers with GoodRx backing; experts say savings may be muted for many since insurance plans and deductibles often yield lower costs, and pricing details remain unclear. The administration touts it as transformative, but critics warn it could curb competition and that broader Medicare drug-price negotiations would be more effective. A potential Express Scripts agreement could expand coverage if the regulatory environment allows, signaling that Congress may need to act to count purchases toward deductibles.

via Politico|
#direct-to-consumer#drug-pricing#goodrx
"Empowering Women to Prioritize Heart Health: Insights from a Cardiologist"
health1 year ago

"Empowering Women to Prioritize Heart Health: Insights from a Cardiologist"

Cardiovascular disease disproportionately affects Black Americans due to systemic barriers, and managing the condition can be expensive. Dr. Karla Robinson, a family physician and medical editor for GoodRx, advises understanding the condition, focusing on prevention, advocating for oneself in healthcare, finding affordable medication, and accessing trusted information. GoodRx offers prescription savings, including on common heart medications, and provides reliable health information through its Black Health and Wellness Center, aiming to help people overcome barriers to care and manage heart health conditions more affordably.

via Essence|
#cardiovascular-disease#goodrx#health
"Midday Market Watch: Apple and Tesla Lead as Stocks Swing, Dow Futures React"
business-and-finance2 years ago

"Midday Market Watch: Apple and Tesla Lead as Stocks Swing, Dow Futures React"

In today's stock market, shares of Moderna, Apple, GoodRx, and Coinbase are among those experiencing significant movements. Moderna's stock might be reacting to news about its COVID-19 vaccine or other pipeline updates. Apple could be moving on product announcements, earnings reports, or analyst ratings. GoodRx, known for its prescription saving platform, may be shifting due to corporate news or earnings results. Coinbase, a major cryptocurrency exchange, likely sees its stock price influenced by crypto market trends or company-specific news. Investors are closely monitoring these stocks as they make notable midday moves.

via CNBC|
##apple#business-and-finance