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Based on the information provided and further research, I have found that the cost of Vascepa medication can be eased through patient assistance programs offered by Amarin Corporation, the pharmaceutical company that manufactures Vascepa. Amarin's patient assistance program, known as the Amarin Cares program, provides Vascepa at no cost to eligible patients who lack sufficient insurance coverage or cannot afford their out-of-pocket costs [1].

Additionally, there are independent charities that may help cover the cost of Vascepa. One such organization is the Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN Foundation), which offers financial assistance for patients with specific chronic illnesses, including high cholesterol, which Vascepa is prescribed to treat [2].

Lastly, DrugPatentWatch.com provides information on drug patents and potential savings opportunities. While they do not directly offer financial assistance, their resources can help patients and healthcare providers identify cost-saving alternatives or potential generic versions of Vascepa when they become available [3].

In summary, patients seeking financial assistance for Vascepa can explore the following options:

1. Amarin Cares program by Amarin Corporation [1]
2. Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN Foundation) [2]
3. DrugPatentWatch.com for potential savings opportunities [3]

Sources:
[1] Amarin Corporation. (n.d.). Amarin Cares. Retrieved from https://www.amarincorp.com/our-commitment/amarin-cares/
[2] PAN Foundation. (n.d.). High Cholesterol. Retrieved from https://panfoundation.org/high-cholesterol/
[3] DrugPatentWatch.com. (n.d.). Vascepa. Retrieved from https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/drugs/vascepa/