Become an Advocate

When David Mitchell was diagnosed with incurable blood cancer in 2010, he was shocked to learn that the list price of the medicines that would keep him alive would cost $300,000 annually before insurance. Today the list price of those same drugs is over $1 million. David founded P4AD to serve as a counterweight to the pharmaceutical industry and what started as one person’s fight against an unjust system has become a movement of over 35,000 patients who have shared their stories demanding lower drug prices and changes to a system prioritizing corporate interests over patients.

Our advocates are the driving force behind our mission to make life-saving medications affordable for all. Through their tireless efforts, they have:

• Met with the President of the United States to share their stories and advocate for drug pricing reforms.
• Testified before Congress, putting a human face on the consequences of our rigged drug pricing system.
• Amplified their voices through media appearances, op-eds, and social media campaigns, raising awareness and building public support for change.

By becoming an advocate, you too can influence policymakers, educate the public, and help create a more equitable healthcare system.

As a Patients for Affordable Drugs advocate, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Share your personal story and experiences with high drug costs, humanizing the issue and inspiring others to join the fight.
• Participate in advocacy training sessions, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to effectively communicate with legislators and the media.
• Engage directly with policymakers through meetings, events, and grassroots campaigns, ensuring that the voices of patients are heard loud and clear.
• Build a community of like-minded individuals, sharing resources, and supporting one another in the pursuit of affordable medicine.