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The increasing cost of contraceptives worldwide and the lack of
funding for family planning services motivated three Planned
Parenthood affiliates to create this market-driven not-for-profit.
The goal of Secure Source is to counteract the increased costs of
and decreased funding for reproductive service products for under
served women globally.
Structural changes in the pharmaceutical industry, resulting from
financial and market pressures, make it increasingly difficult to
negotiate affordable, long-term prices on contraceptives. In the
face of challenging economic times, there is an increased demand
for affordable contraceptives for women. Oral contraceptives remain
the most frequently used contraceptive by women in the US, with
demand estimated at 6.8 billion cycles over the next 15 years.
Secure Source partners with direct-service agencies and negotiates
on their behalf with domestic and international manufacturers of
high-quality contraceptive products. By functioning as a buying
group for its members, Secure Source has successfully negotiated
the lowest price in the country for its first products, offering
a highly valuable service to both patients and providers. In establishing
relationships with international pharmaceutical companies, it ensures
the long-term availability of adequate volumes of oral contraceptives
at an affordable price. Secure Source will expand supply options
for providers and generate longer-term strategies for influencing
product price.
If you are interested in learning more about Secure Source
or supporting these efforts, please contact Chambers Family Fund,
or call
303-839-4620.
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