I think there needs to be the concept of $5 generics. Have the common stuff readily available to anyone in any part of the US for $5 or less per month. And if the private industry in any one region doesn't meet this challenge, the government should offer it.

Lets put it this way. Being in kidney failure/dialysis. I take around 12 medications a day and I think only 1 is non-generic. I think lots of health needs could be met by affordable access to the basic stuff.