From the Newsroom: Our favorite wire stories from May 2025 | Earned Media

Many Americans' financial situation is dire. Proposed and already-in-motion policy changes, like massive federal cuts to Medicaid and tariffs, are impacting nearly every facet of consumer life, especially at the grocery store and pharmacy.

A considerable number of the stories that came through Stacker’s Newswire in May addressed the financial pressure people are facing, offering valuable context and providing info on how readers can make moves to manage their situation.

Tons of news outlets and wires are set up to react swiftly to breaking news. While the content on the Stacker Newswire doesn’t focus on up-to-the-minute coverage, many of the pieces that come through speak to timely matters and provide value to publishers and their readers beyond the initial breaking news. There is an art to crafting a story that is timely and relevant to current events but will not become outdated in the weeks it takes to create and submit the story to Stacker for processing. 

The cost of prescriptions and health care in general in the United States has long been relevant—that’s been the case even more as of late, and tangential topics will continue to be timely alongside the political landscape.

Nearly a third of Americans aren't filling their prescriptions because of high costs

GoodRx ran a 12-month survey from January to December 2024 with 12,000 respondents. What researchers found: “Nearly a third of Americans aren't filling their prescriptions because of high costs.” And as many people in the U.S. know too well, having insurance doesn’t mean their insurer will cover the cost of the medication they need.

Tori Marsh writes, “This finding is a reminder that prescription affordability will remain a barrier to medication adherence concern for many Americans until costs come down or insurance coverage improves.” As of June 3, this story was picked up 353 times. 

Tariffs are quietly driving up drug prices—here's how it hurts you most

In “Tariffs are quietly driving up drug prices—here's how it hurts you most,” SaveHealth’s Noah W Chung explores how tariffs imposed on pharmaceutical imports are impacting the cost of prescriptions for people who are uninsured, Medicare recipients, and people with employer-sponsored or private insurance. Chung, citing 2021 data from the Food and Drug Administration, reports that 80% of the active pharmaceutical ingredients in prescription drugs are imported to the U.S., making tariffs on these goods hugely impactful for the consumer. This piece has been picked up by 317 publishing partners.

Lost Medicaid? What to do next to keep getting your prescription medications

Another piece from GoodRx that got 279 pickups, “Lost Medicaid? What to do next to keep getting your prescription medications,” was pushed out on the wire the same day the House passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which the Congressional Budget Office estimates will lead to 7.6 million people losing insurance coverage. The pending lapse of health care coverage is enough to put any person into a panic. This story, written by Cindy George, offers readers a practical guide to preparing for this loss, such as asking for more prescription refills to stock up before coverage runs out and applying for patient assistance programs. 

Here are several more highly serviceable stories that came through the wire in May.

Kristen Wegrzyn is an experienced editorial leader and content strategist with over seven years at Stacker, where she currently serves as Copy Chief. With a career spanning roles in editing, writing, and digital marketing, Kristen has a track record of producing high-quality, engaging content across industries—from financial services to skincare and lifestyle. She holds an MSc in Magazine Publishing from Edinburgh Napier University in Scotland, and a BS in Journalism from Illinois State. Known for her editorial precision and collaborative spirit, Kristen excels at turning complex information into compelling stories that resonate with readers and deliver value for brands. 

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