Poll: Public Worries About Prescription Drug Costs Reach New High
Most Across Political Parties Want Government to Do More to Regulate Prices
Summary
A recent poll conducted by KFF reveals that a growing majority of the public is increasingly concerned about the affordability of prescription drugs. This concern spans across various political affiliations.
The data indicates that large majorities from both major political parties favor government intervention to regulate drug prices, highlighting a potential shift in public sentiment towards healthcare policy.
In response to these concerns, the Trump administration has initiated efforts such as the TrumpRx website aimed at lowering prescription drug prices. However, the effectiveness of these initiatives remains to be fully assessed.
Updates
Update at 09:00 UTC on 2026-03-13
KFF reported KFF's Health Tracking Poll reveals that 59% of Americans are concerned about the affordability of prescription drugs amidst regulatory efforts.
Sources: KFF