In the U.S. alone, around 30 million people have diabetes. Insulin is used to control blood sugar in people who have diabetes. Without insulin, the body can't access enough sugar to function properly. The problem is, insulin prices are extremely high. The fact that insulin is very expensive can effect a patient's life.
Between 2012 and 2016 the price of insulin almost doubled. In 2020 the cost of one can of insulin was around $250 each. Most people with diabetes need around six of those each month. Some people may not have insurance which can make their prices even higher. These expensive prices are unbelievable and need to become more affordable to patients.
Without insulin a diabetic's body won't be able to function properly. High blood sugar can negatively effect organs and cells in someone's body. What happens if a diabetic can't afford insulin? The outrageous insulin prices need to changed. Insulin needs to become affordable for people with diabetes in order for them to live a healthy life.
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