# Insulin

> When I was 28 I almost died. I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. When I picked up my first insulin prescription it cost me $684. I couldn't afford that. Most Texans can't either.

**By:** John McGillie  
**Published:** October 25, 2026  
**Tags:** Healthcare, James Talarico, Midterms, Talafreako, Texas, Texas Politics, Texas Senate Race

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When I was 28 I almost died. I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. When I picked up my first insulin prescription it cost me $684. I couldn't afford that. Most Texans can't either.

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**About the author:** John McGillie is a pen name, used for safety after threats of violence. I grew up in Wishek, North Dakota, and moved to Texas 20 years ago. I write about the history, food and back roads I keep finding along the way.

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