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Barack_America

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4. There are programs out there, but most are run at the state/local level.

Sat Nov 10, 2012, 11:09 PM

Nov 2012

I would encourage your brother, or someone acting on his behalf, to get in touch with his physician about programs in your area.

This might also be useful:
http://www.PPARx.org/

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Need some advice from DUers my brother cant afford his insulin [View all] Robyn66 Nov 2012 OP

Take him to a public emergency room and explain this to them. Caroline-Vivienne Nov 2012 #1

Welcome to DU! - n/t coalition_unwilling Nov 2012 #37

Thank you! Caroline-Vivienne Nov 2012 #38

extended family convinced me that we MUST have these safeguards in place for our weaker citizens. RepublicansRZombies Nov 2012 #52

Yes. I grew up with a staunchly Repub Dad. And I live in Texas. Caroline-Vivienne Nov 2012 #62

Is there any way that you can pay for it? SickOfTheOnePct Nov 2012 #2

Do you think she'd be posting this here if she could? LaydeeBug Nov 2012 #18

Do you think I would have asked the question if I already knew the answer? SickOfTheOnePct Nov 2012 #19

Context clues can be your friend. nt LaydeeBug Nov 2012 #25

Meanie :-( demhottie Nov 2012 #26

Not at all. eShirl Nov 2012 #29

I certainly hope you didn't already know the answer. eShirl Nov 2012 #28

THAT is your suggestion? WinkyDink Nov 2012 #63

Check this link: Texasgal Nov 2012 #3

There are programs out there, but most are run at the state/local level. Barack_America Nov 2012 #4

Most companies have programs to help people afford their meds. Walk away Nov 2012 #5

I've been looking at this recently for my mother gvstn Nov 2012 #6

As much as I hate WalMart sweetloukillbot Nov 2012 #34

The insulin price ifference is something I've never seen anything comparable gvstn Nov 2012 #39

We buy my wife's insulin there.. $24 per month as opposed to $75 SomethingFishy Nov 2012 #54

Will he qualify for Medicaid? I think Medicaid may pay for insulin. Also, does he have Type II? Honeycombe8 Nov 2012 #7

He was on pills for a while and then stopped taking them Robyn66 Nov 2012 #9

He sounds like my sister. That's how I know what's in store for your brother. Honeycombe8 Nov 2012 #13

He is 40 Robyn66 Nov 2012 #16

He may qual. for SSDI elehhhhna Nov 2012 #59

+ other risks of untreated diabetes eShirl Nov 2012 #31

Just so you know - Ms. Toad Nov 2012 #45

Type 2 diabetes is caused by lifestyle and is totally preventable. Period. Honeycombe8 Nov 2012 #48

Nonsense. You obviously did not read my post. Ms. Toad Nov 2012 #49

You are totally wrong. It is also genetic. RebelOne Nov 2012 #55

Cheezus, no wonder he's diabetic. LeftyMom Nov 2012 #24

Often the receptionists at your local hospital can tell you about local programs. Lucinda Nov 2012 #8

First let me say I'm sorry you're going through this :-( Care Acutely Nov 2012 #10

I think type II Robyn66 Nov 2012 #14

It's definitely Type II eShirl Nov 2012 #32

I don't know what the options are in MA - Ms. Toad Nov 2012 #46

Best advice till he gets a longer term solution - Care Acutely Nov 2012 #42

Novo Nordisk ad on TV say that they may be able to help. karmaqueen Nov 2012 #11

I hate to send you to walmart but their house brand insulin is half the price elsewhere Demonaut Nov 2012 #12

I will find out if he can go there Robyn66 Nov 2012 #15

Community clinic CuriousAboutPolls Nov 2012 #17

Diet...use the web nadinbrzezinski Nov 2012 #20

Sorry to bother you, but I just wanted Ilsa Nov 2012 #21

Look into this new ACA program procon Nov 2012 #22

With all of his issues, wonder if you can start the process of Social Security disability. progressivebydesign Nov 2012 #23

Very wise advice! I have alcoholic and self-destructive family members and I have to fight the LiberalLoner Nov 2012 #33

I would agree with this. Sounds like he would qualify. nobodyspecial Nov 2012 #60

It is worth asking Epiphany4z Nov 2012 #27

Costco has incredible lower prices on prescription drugs and you do not need a membership. djean111 Nov 2012 #30

I've checked Costco gvstn Nov 2012 #40

only 75? 2pooped2pop Nov 2012 #35

He lives in billerica Massachusetts Robyn66 Nov 2012 #36

This message was self-deleted by its author seaglass Nov 2012 #50

Yes, help him apply for MA health wovenpaint Nov 2012 #61

He's from mass? We have mass health, anyone below a certain level of income can get it. crazyjoe Nov 2012 #41

Federally funded health centers link: DevonRex Nov 2012 #43

Contact your local rotary club. lindysalsagal Nov 2012 #44

Spam deleted by uppityperson (MIR Team) Mrsgrace Nov 2012 #47

Thank you all so much!! Robyn66 Nov 2012 #51

your father might never step up, but at least your brother has you! RepublicansRZombies Nov 2012 #53

I would. Sophiegirl Nov 2012 #56

I am a Type I Diabetic rbrnmw Nov 2012 #57

A link on how to get free insulin is here Horse with no Name Nov 2012 #58