In rural Oregon, Congressman Cliff Bentz sees firsthand the challenges patients face when pharmacies close or when internet access isn’t guaranteed. That’s why he called the Patients’ Right to Know Their Medication Act (H.R. 5133) a “practical improvement that will help rural communities.”
The reality is this: millions of Americans still lack reliable broadband access and states across the country are dealing with pharmacy closures at an increased rate.
Printed Patient Medication Information (PMI) is more than paper. It’s a lifeline for patients who otherwise might skip doses, misunderstand directions, or face dangerous side effects.
By ensuring manufacturers – not local pharmacies – cover the cost of printed medication information, this legislation makes sure rural patients aren’t left behind. Let’s help ensure no one is left behind when it comes to safe, accessible healthcare!