Tracey D. Brown, Chief Executive Officer of the American Diabetes Association (ADA), issued the following statement in response to the unprecedented number of Members of Congress who invited people living with diabetes to join them at President Donald J. Trump’s State of the Union address:

“Tonight, at least 13 Members of Congress will host their constituents that are living with diabetes, and who represent the seven million Americans dependent on insulin, at the State of the Union address. They will elevate the voices of all people with diabetes and their families, many of whom struggle to successfully manage their diabetes as a result of the high cost of insulin and other prescription medications. We applaud these policymakers for hearing the cries of the millions of Americans living with diabetes who depend on insulin to survive. It is past time that Washington makes insulin affordability a national priority. We look forward to working with all Members of Congress, with President Trump and with the many state officials who are advancing policies to drive down the cost of insulin and other life-sustaining medications for people living with diabetes.”

The ADA continues to be the driving force in federal and state efforts to ensure that insulin is affordable and accessible for all people who need it. Take action today at diabetes.org/advocacy/platform.

If you are struggling to pay for insulin or know someone who is, the ADA has resources to help--visit InsulinHelp.org.

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