I'm Rick. I'm 55.
I have Ischemic heart disease and diabetes.
My name is Shelly. I'm married to Rick.
I myself am type 2 diabetic.
We like to do things romantically together.
So, being ill together and supporting one another is just part of being a team.
All of our current medications are on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.
We both inject insulin daily and we both do take tablets.
And now with the reduced co-payment going down to $25, overall, we're probably going to save about $145 a year, which will be very helpful.
We have a very tight budget, we're buying a home.
The savings over the space of a year will make an enormous difference to us and our stress levels.
I think it's hard enough being sick and having chronic illness without not being able to afford to be sick.
Anyone who is worried about the cost of their medications should discuss it with their pharmacist or their doctor, or both.
They're there to support you.
Find out if there are similar medications at a reduced cost.
Anyone who is eligible for Medicare, can buy cheaper medications through the PBS.
For more information, visit the website.