DIABETES / INSULIN RESOURCES DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC

The American Diabetes Association is providing support and guidance to constituents impacted by diabetes, who are at higher risk of getting very sick from COVID-19. You can access helpful resources, understand your risk, know your legal rights, and connect with the community at https://www.diabetes.org/coronavirus-covid-19. Make sure you know how to reduce your risk of contracting COVID-19 and what to do if you or a loved one develops symptoms. In addition, many people are now facing unexpected financial hardships. If you are struggling to pay for insulin, the ADA has resources to help – visit https://www.insulinhelp.org/. Questions? The American Diabetes Association can be reached at 1-800-DIABETES (800-342-2383).

In response to the crisis caused by COVID-19, Lilly is introducing the Lilly Insulin Value Program, allowing anyone with commercial insurance and those without insurance to fill their monthly prescription of Lilly insulin for $35. The program is effective today and covers most Lilly insulins. Details and more information can be found in the press release here: https://e.lilly/2wjEr7J.