TED: You shouldn't have to choose between filling your prescriptions and paying bills | Kiah Williams

The video discusses the difficult choices individuals face regarding healthcare due to high medication costs. It highlights the issue of medication waste, with $10 billion worth of unused drugs being destroyed annually. Serum, a non-profit, aims to address this by recycling surplus medications from healthcare facilities and distributing them to those in need. The organization has already helped 150,000 people and plans to expand its reach to 1 million, driving down medication costs and increasing access. Serum's approach offers a sustainable solution to a significant healthcare challenge.

How does the current healthcare system contribute to the challenges faced by individuals needing medications?

What innovative solutions are proposed to improve access to medications for low-income families?

What are the potential impacts of creating a more transparent pricing model for medications?