From April 1, patients across Wales will no longer have to pay for NHS prescriptions thanks to the Welsh Assembly Government.
Local Labour AM Christine Gwyther voted for the move on Tuesday by the Labour Assembly Government that would see all charges for NHS prescriptions in Wales dropped.
Christine said: "By doing away with prescription charges, we are ensuring that everyone has access to medication free at the point of delivery. This is great news for all patients and will benefit young families and the elderly.
"But the news is especially important for patients with chronic illnesses such as asthma and cystic fibrosis, who need constant medication.
"Making prescriptions free for the most vulnerable patients will see the cost of their care dramatically reduced and will make them more likely to take the medication they need.
"Free prescriptions is the best and simplest way of reducing health inequalities and ensuring that everyone in our communities can access the healthcare that they deserve.
"This policy is unique to Wales and shows that Labour is delivering on our promise to abolish prescriptions charges."