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Cancer patient told she will get drug which could make her life longer
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In England, individuals diagnosed with an incurable form of breast cancer are now eligible to receive a life-prolonging medication through the National Health Service. This development follows a previous decision by health authorities from two years ago that had restricted access due to high costs.
WHY IT MATTERS
This policy reversal directly impacts the life expectancy and treatment options for incurable breast cancer patients in England who previously lacked access to the drug.
Patients in England with an incurable breast cancer can now access a life-extending drug on the NHS, two years after it was deemed too expensive by a health body.
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