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I know I’m asking a question that many may not be ready to answer, but here is the problem in case you have not already heard about it. Walgreens and Express Scripts have ended their partnership to provide discounted prescriptions to many people. Now the good news is that people do have a choice, you could sign up for the Prescription Savings Club at Walgreens.

What is included:

For $10 a year, a family membership covers everyone in your immediate family, including a spouse, dependents 22 and younger and pets. Individuals may join for $5. Join and receive discount prices on your prescriptions. 

Other benefits include:

1. Savings on more than 8,000 brand-name and all generic medications
2. Discounts on flu shots, pet prescriptions, nebulizers and diabetic supplies
3. Bonuses when you purchase Walgreens brand products and photofinishing services

Now. I am not extremely familiar with the Express Scripts program as I haven’t been to a doctor in about 3 years. From what I do understand, many people are now having to drive farther for prescriptions and may have to take time off work or deal with crazy hours just to fill them Now I know so some of you that is not a big deal, but when your out of medication you need, it can be.

As a diabetic I would probably be very upset if I had to change pharmacies. When I lived in the country we only had three options in town. What if the only pharmacy to take the Express Scripts program lost it? I would have to drive at least 30 minutes to the city to get medication. That could be a huge deal depending on the condition I needed the medication for.

How do you feel about this? Would you as a consumer consider switching to the Prescription Savings Club or would you stick with Express Scrips? If your like me and want to keep up to date on anything medical related you can follow Walgreens on Twitter or like Walgreens on Facebook.

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