Can Generic Versions of Insulin Help Lower the Price?

The number of Americans with diabetes has tripled since 1980. Some insulin products have seen their price triple since 2002. Generic versions of medication can lower the price by as much as 80%. This would be life-changing for some with diabetes, struggling to deal with an extra $570 a month in insulin bills. The current secretary of health and human services appointed by Donald Trump is Alex Azar. Before he got into politics, Mr. Azar had a different job: He worked for Eli Lilly from 2007 to 2017.