Prescription drugs play a vital role in our health, whether you take them on a regular basis for a chronic condition or occasionally to deal with an illness. Yet despite their importance, many of us — even patients with chronic diseases — don’t take them as prescribed. Most often, the reason is cost. Direct Path advocates have published a guide to assist patients with managing the high costs of prescriptions. “Consumer Tips For Finding the Best Price on Prescription Drugs” can be found on the Employee Portal > HR’s portal homepage, under News.