Missouri families are paying a heavy toll for outrageous drug prices

By: Sarah Stolberg

Outlets: Missouri Independent

Published: March 7, 2026

Words: 674

Last Updated: 3 days, 6 hours ago


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Every month, I get a sinking feeling as I walk into the pharmacy. I’m a mom of three looking after kids with complex medical needs, as well as my own, so I’m a familiar face there.

I hold my breath as the medicines are rung up, because I never know what price I’ll be paying this time around. I’ve already spent weeks working out whether it’s cheaper to use insurance or pay for the drugs …

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