Pubdate: Mon, 27 Oct 2014
Source: Sacramento Bee (CA)
Copyright: 2014 The Sacramento Bee
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Author: Richard Isherwood

STOP INSANITY ON PAIN MEDS

Millions of Americans rely on hydrocodone-combination products to 
ease debilitating pain. Until recently, doctors could fax or phone 
refills to a pharmacy. Now, regardless of age or mobility, sufferers 
must pay a doctor for a handwritten prescription. The cost of relief 
has increased by the cost of an office visit.

Sadly, some people may have to choose between food and pain relief. 
Additionally, HCP patients now must pass an annual urine test. 
Grandma must prove she's taking, not selling. Another increase for 
those who can least afford it. Recently, a Bee obituary told of a 
young man who'd long suffered with excruciating back pain. When his 
pain medications were withheld, he ended the suffering himself.

The government, starting with Obama, is punishing Americans with real 
medical needs while easing penalties for recreational users. Stop 
this insanity. In November, vote for honesty, integrity and change. 
Forget party affiliation and special interests.

Richard Isherwood, Lincoln
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