Question

When a disease has no cure, people with the disease have no options. Suppose a prescription drug is invented but is so expensive that some patients cannot afford it. Are we better off with a drug being available, but to only those with insurance? What are the social consequences of this?

Answer 1

It is a difficult situation when a disease has no cure and no options are available. The invention of a prescription drug can be seen as a positive development, but its high cost can limit access for some patients. When the drug is only available to those with insurance, it creates social consequences that can further marginalize vulnerable populations.