The economy is tough and many people have lost their jobs. Pfizer is stepping up to the plate and offering free essential medications to those who have lost jobs and insurance coverage.

The Maintain program (free medications for the unemployed) launches officially on July 1st. The above site contains a lot useful information and answers to your frequently asked questions as well. In addition, if you have other questions that aren’t answered, you may call 1-866-776-3700 for assistance.

Qualification into the program depends on household income and a variety of other factors (such as insurance status, etc.). You’ll want to proceed through the ‘Program Finder’ or call the toll-free number above to see which programs that you or a family member may qualify for.

I think that this is a really awesome program started to help patients and families in need.