Many people in developing countries die from treatable diseases because the cost of treatment is high. There is debate on whether pharmaceutical companies should offer medications at lower prices. In my opinion, these medications should be provided at a minimal cost or even for free. I will elaborate on my viewpoints and reasons in this essay.
Firstly, there are many non-fatal and easily curable diseases, and I believe that individuals in developing countries have the right to access treatment just like those in developed countries. It is a matter of basic human right to receive medical treatment. It is also unjust that some people live longer simply because they were born in more privileged circumstances. Take malaria, for instance, a tropical disease that can be completely cured, yet there are individuals who die due to complications. Therefore, insurance companies could cover treatment costs or provide them as donations. This would result in improved health, longer lives, stronger immunity, and ultimately, the preservation of future generations.
Secondly, the production cost of medications is not high, and many medicines and vaccines are derived from natural sources. Instead of maximizing profits, companies could sell these medications at their original cost. Additionally, developed countries could offer these treatments to developing nations at a subsidized rate.
In conclusion, providing affordable medication would allow more people to live longer and reduce the prevalence of certain diseases that are common in poorer nations but not in wealthier ones. I believe that access to essential components of life such as medicine, food, and water should not be a means of profit-making.