Sunday, May 19 2013 12:37 AM EDT2013-05-19 04:37:57 GMT
Legislation that would freeze tuition rates at Minnesota public colleges and universities has been ratified. It's now up to Governor Mark Dayton to decide if it becomes law.
Legislation that would freeze tuition rates at Minnesota public colleges and universities has been ratified. It's now up to Governor Mark Dayton to decide if it becomes law.
Saturday, May 18 2013 8:16 PM EDT2013-05-19 00:16:54 GMT
Empty pedestals in Mankato are now filled with a new round of sculptures.
Empty pedestals in Mankato are now filled with a new round of sculptures.
Millions of Americans are avoiding the pharmacy counter, even when they need prescription-strength medication.
CBS is reporting 45 percent of adults under age 65 skipped getting a prescription in order to save cash.
Here in Mankato, a pharmacist at Hy-Vee told News 12 customer traffic in the pharmacy department has stayed about the same. However, more people are opting for lower-priced generic brands.
"Depends on the exact drug, but usually a pretty substantial cost savings," said pharmacist Brian Cornelius as he spoke about generic-brand meds. "You know I would say at least 25 percent for something that's brand new that just came out...I mean it can be quite a substantial difference, even 80 percent."
In addition to rising drug prices, a national study also revealed 62 percent of people under age 65 skipped a medical test because of cost.
