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MP3 Audio
The Honorable Elijah Cummings, U.S. Congressman, discusses the importance of Medicare Part D and the Baltimore initiative.
The Honorable Benjamin Cardin, U.S. Congressman, discusses the local and national dimensions of the implementation of Medicare Part D.
Edith Carter, a Baltimore City resident, explains how Baltimore City has helped her navigate the confusion of Medicare Part D.
John Stewart, the director of the Commission on Aging and Retirement Education, explains his agency's role in the initiative.
Howard Schiff, the head of the Maryland Pharmacists Association, announces his support for the Baltimore plan in light of potential confusion and complications with Medicare Part D.
Stanton Ades, representing Neighborcare Pharmacies, explains his support of the Baltimore City initiative.
Jerry Huffman of the Baltimore City Health Department describes how the city's biosurveillance network has been adapted to monitor whether seniors are presenting to the Emergency Department with elevated glucose levels. Mayor O"Malley and Dr. Sharfstein then comment.