With 54% ofrespondents rating the country's response to the pandemic as"fair/poor," they're likely to have little faith in thegovernment's ability to keep drug prices from continuing to climb.(Photo: Shutterstock)
Americans have a lot to worry about right now: job stability,the economy and their finances, and of course, the risk of catchingCOVID-19. Add to that another concern: rising prescription drugprices.
According to a recent survey from West Health and Gallup, 88%of Americans are either "somewhat" or "very" concerned (55% and33%, respectively) that drugmakers will capitalize on the currentpandemic to raise drug prices.
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Emily Payne
Emily Payne is director, content analytics for ALM's Business & Finance Markets and former managing editor for BenefitsPRO. A Wisconsin native, she has spent the past decade writing and editing for various athletic and fitness publications. She holds an English degree and Business certificate from the University of Wisconsin.
