A recent survey from the Kaiser Family Foundation reveals what Americans think about prescription drug prices and their personal experiences paying for medications. The poll shows how many people struggle with medication costs, explores the growing use of newer drugs like GLP-1 medications (often used for diabetes and weight management), and identifies which solutions the public supports to make prescriptions more affordable. This information matters to seniors and their families because prescription drug costs are a major concern for older adults on fixed incomes, and understanding public opinion can help you see you're not alone in these financial challenges. Knowing what policies people favor—such as allowing Medicare to negotiate drug prices—can help you stay informed about potential changes that could affect your out-of-pocket medication expenses in the future.

This chart collection draws on recent KFF poll findings to provide an in-depth look at the public's attitudes toward prescription drugs and their prices. Results include the U.S. public’s experiences with prescription drug costs, use of GLP-1 medicat...

Source: KFF (Kaiser Family Foundation) →