So, I recently lost my job and, by proxy, my health insurance. I'd been seeing a psychiatrist for over 2 years, when I was employed and insured. Together, we found a good combination of medications that worked for me and my particular brain chemistry. Now, I am running out of medication and don't know what to do or where to look for assistance. (I'm 23 and live in New York City.) [more inside]
posted by Pleadthefifth on Dec 7, 2009 - 17 answers

My friend appears to have Basal Cell Carcinoma on his ear. He has no health insurance and has so far been denied any low-income health care options. This thing needs to be removed from his ear. We are in Portland, OR. Does anyone please know of any options/services/programs that can help with this sort of thing? [more inside]
posted by ainsley on Oct 25, 2009 - 6 answers

My husband, an Australian citizen, is in the US on a tourist visa. We would like him to stay for 3 more months, but he would need a supply of Effexor XR from a local source. Is there a way to do it on the cheap? [more inside]
posted by out of context on Mar 15, 2009 - 35 answers

I'm looking for anecdotes of the uninsured facing financial crisis, such as losing their houses, due to medical bills. [more inside]
posted by woolylambkin on Nov 18, 2008 - 4 answers

What is the cheapest approach for an uninsured American to obtain a simple prescription for a hair-loss medication? [more inside]
posted by Auden on Sep 19, 2008 - 5 answers

Ok, well, it turns out Dollar Rent A Car wants to take me to court for the $1000. (see: this question) I plan to file in small claims court before they can take me to court because I think that will give me a better chance of winning. However, I only want to discuss who is responsible for the $1000 and not whether or not I was insured at the time. Help! [more inside]
posted by hulahulagirl on Apr 28, 2008 - 26 answers

What resources are available in the Phoenix/Mesa area for a 26 year-old male who suffers from depression and is uninsured? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 11, 2008 - 6 answers

Please help a friend's family with sudden health care issues [more inside]
posted by MarkLark on Mar 11, 2008 - 11 answers

Prescription medication for uninsured. [more inside]
posted by owtytrof on Dec 14, 2007 - 31 answers

How do I make an uninsured hit and run driver pay? I want him off the street. I do not want to do this guy any favors. How do I notify the community of this menace. [more inside]
posted by Wong Fei-hung on Oct 17, 2007 - 14 answers

Why can't I get Gardasil after I turn 27? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 18, 2007 - 22 answers

Any suggestions on health clinics for the uninsured in Portland, OR? [more inside]
posted by sleepy pete on Nov 29, 2006 - 6 answers

Can you ride as a passenger in an uninsured vehicle without legal ramifications? As always, there is [more inside]
posted by InsanePenguin on Aug 28, 2006 - 11 answers

What happens when you hit an uninsured driver? [more inside]
posted by mikelly on Jul 26, 2006 - 15 answers

In Illinois, or nationwide, is there a policy or law that says that if you become uninsured, but resume health coverage within X number of days, you do not need to worry about pre-existing conditions? [more inside]
posted by WCityMike on Oct 20, 2005 - 8 answers