WHO Begins Free Distribution of Cancer Medicines for Children
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced the launch of a new platform for the free distribution of cancer medicines for children in low- and middle-income countries.
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Each year, approximately 400,000 children worldwide are diagnosed with cancer. Most of these children live in disadvantaged conditions and cannot afford or regularly access cancer treatment. Estimates suggest that about 70% of these children die from cancer due to a lack of appropriate treatment, treatment interruptions, or the use of substandard medicines.
"By developing this platform, we believe that children with cancer can have access to treatment no matter where they live," said St. Jude.
This initiative is set to become the largest of its kind, covering 50 countries over the next 5-7 years. Ultimately, it aims to provide medicines for treating nearly 120,000 children with cancer in LMICs, significantly reducing mortality rates. Additionally, WHO has ensured that the free distribution of medicines will continue beyond the pilot phase.
The program was first announced in December 2021. A children's hospital in the United States allocated $200 million for the implementation of the project.
"By developing this platform, we believe that children with cancer can have access to treatment no matter where they live," said St. Jude.
This initiative is set to become the largest of its kind, covering 50 countries over the next 5-7 years. Ultimately, it aims to provide medicines for treating nearly 120,000 children with cancer in LMICs, significantly reducing mortality rates. Additionally, WHO has ensured that the free distribution of medicines will continue beyond the pilot phase.
The program was first announced in December 2021. A children's hospital in the United States allocated $200 million for the implementation of the project.
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