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News in English (USA) / 04.02.2025 / 17:00

Tragic Death of Young Man Sparks Lawsuit Over Soaring Inhaler Prices

A Wisconsin family has filed a federal lawsuit against a pharmacy chain and a pharmacy benefit manager following the death of their 22-year-old son from an asthma attack. The lawsuit alleges that the cost of his inhaler skyrocketed from $66 to $539, making it unaffordable for the young man, who ultimately chose to prioritize rent over his medication. Despite his chronic asthma, the significant price increase left him without access to the essential medication he needed. The family is seeking justice after the price surged nearly 700 percent, leading to a tragic outcome that they believe could have been prevented.
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