Core Insights - Cardinal Health is expanding its Equity Rx program to improve access to prescription medications for those who cannot afford them, with a total investment of $5 million from the Cardinal Health Foundation [1][3][5] Group 1: Program Expansion - The Equity Rx program, initially launched in Ohio in 2023, aims to address the critical need for affordable medication access, especially for individuals with chronic conditions [2][3] - The program has successfully established partnerships with charitable clinics, allowing for the direct delivery of medications to patients during their primary care visits [3][6] - Equity Rx has expanded to 10 charitable clinics across Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Illinois, helping thousands of patients access free medications [3][6] Group 2: Statewide Drug Repository - Cardinal Health is launching Ohio's first statewide prescription drug repository to facilitate the donation and distribution of unused medications, which will help expand access to care [4][6] - The repository will be developed in partnership with the Ohio State Board of Pharmacy and is expected to be fully operational by 2027 [4][6] - The initiative aims to reduce waste from unexpired medications in nursing homes and long-term care facilities, ensuring they are redirected to those in need [4][6]