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Issues in Economics Today
Issues in Economics Today
Robert Guell, Indiana State University

Prescription Drugs

Web-Based Issues Questions

Question 23.1

Click on this article

http://www.cdc.gov/hiv/stats.htm

Peruse the data on AIDS/HIV and the disproportionate concentrations in specific populations (minorities, gay men, IV drug users). Use the link to international HIV statistics and note the disproportionate concentrations in poor countries (especially in Africa.) Compare that with the fact that drugs that treat the disease are expensive and often out of reach of those who need them the most. What should be done? What are the consequences of your suggestions?

Question 23.2

Before click on this article, guess which medications are most prescribed in the US and for what afflictions. Click on this article

http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/pdf/ad322t21.pdf

What surprises did you find on this table? Do you recognize the drug names from advertising? In your view are these drugs used because they are advertised or because they are needed?





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