Some Australians forced to choose 'between food and medicine

A new survey revealed nearly half of Australians face tough choices between food and medicine. One in five respondents cannot afford prescribed medications excluded from the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme. Chief executive Edward Cavanough called the findings a wake-up call, highlighting a growing public health issue as many resort to expired medications or skip doses due to costs.

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Summary by Glance · Original reporting by SBS News – Australia