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Health Minister Announces Up to 70% Price Cut on Major Cancer Drugs from Nov 9
India's health minister has announced that prices of key cancer drugs will be slashed by up to 70% starting 9 November, offering significant relief to patients.
India's health minister announced that the prices of key cancer drugs will be reduced by up to 70% starting 9 November, a move aimed at easing the financial burden on patients.
The announcement was made in a press briefing where the minister highlighted the government's commitment to making life‑saving treatments more affordable.
Under the new pricing scheme, the cost of several high‑priced anticancer medicines will see a significant drop, potentially lowering the out‑of‑pocket expenses for patients and their families.
The reduction will apply nationwide, covering all major cancer drugs listed by the regulatory authority.
The announcement was made in a press briefing where the minister highlighted the government's commitment to making life‑saving treatments more affordable.
Under the new pricing scheme, the cost of several high‑priced anticancer medicines will see a significant drop, potentially lowering the out‑of‑pocket expenses for patients and their families.
The reduction will apply nationwide, covering all major cancer drugs listed by the regulatory authority.