Over 600 New Zealand blood cancer patients urge Prime Minister to fulfill funding promises for medicines.

Over 600 blood cancer patients in New Zealand have signed an open letter to Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, urging her to fulfill pre-election promises to fund cancer medicines. They express frustration over disparities in access to treatments compared to Australia, where 24 blood cancer medications are available but not in New Zealand. A recent report highlights the need for action to improve access to life-saving treatments for Kiwi patients.

November 04, 2024
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