Medical Prescriptions Essay

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I believe as New Zealand citizens collectively we need to do something about the prices of medical prescriptions in our country. There are people who need medication to maintain or sustain their health status and most can’t afford it. I strongly believe that something needs to be done about the prices of medical prescriptions in NZ so that we can improve and maintain health outcomes for all. This report is going to explore, firstly, why we should lower the prices. Secondly, how we can lower the prices. Lastly, what are the implications of the costs of medical prescriptions prices for our people?

We need good health to maintain our spiritual, mental and physical well-being, Without it we not only are unable to function in our daily life's but it also impacts on our friends, family and communities. If health is very important to us as people, why do we still have a proportion of our population not seeking health care when needed?
I feel that it is the cost of medical bills along with the added cost to prescriptions is the barrier for people.

Interestingly, according to David Cunliffe (2014) he states that nearly 40% …show more content…

I found that researching this topic has given me a greater understanding of the implications of the costs of prescriptions for people in New Zealand. It not only affects individuals but families and communities. The advantages of lowering the prices definitely out weights the negatives. We need to look at prevention rather than cure and by allowing equal opportunities for all people no matter on where they live, ethnicity or their ability to pay so they can access health care and fill prescriptions when they need it. I would like to acknowledge that I did send an email to a local pharmacist here in Tauranga for his feedback on my questions but unfortunately I didn't receive a reply in time for this

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