On January 15, 2002 Pfizer Inc. announced the new Pfizer for Living "Share Card" that will enable some 7 million low-income Medicare beneficiaries to buy a 30-day supply of Pfizer prescription medicine for a simple, flat fee of $15 dollars per prescription. To request an application, individuals should call 1-800-717-6005. Program information also is available at Pfizer for Living. Pfizer hopes to enroll as many eligible seniors and disabled individuals as possible in the program. To be eligible for the card, you must be:
The Share Card will provide immediate access to Pfizer medicines, including therapies for many diseases that are chronic and often untreated such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, and depression. At the same time, Pfizer's comprehensive program will provide health information and guidance as to how seniors can apply for health benefits through existing programs.
The Pfizer Share Card program has been endorsed by Health and Human Services Secretary Tommy Thompson, as well as many governors and legislators. Many national advocacy organizations also have expressed support for the program including the Epilepsy Foundation, 60 Plus Association, AARP, The National Council on the Aging, The United Seniors Association, The Seniors Coalition, The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, The Alzheimer's Association, The Latino Coalition, The National Coalition of Hispanic Health and Human Services Organization, The National Organization on Disability, The American Diabetes Association, The National Mental Health Association and more.
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