Articles tagged with Faster Cancer Treatment
New Zealand Proposes Funding Letermovir to Prevent Infection After Stem Cell Transplants
2 weeks ago | 134 viewsAssociate Health Minister David Seymour and Health Minister Simeon Brown support Pharmac’s proposal to fund letermovir from May 2026 to prevent serious CMV infections in stem cell transplant patients and those with severe immunosuppression. This initiative aims to improve patient outcomes by reducing complications, hospital stays, and healthcare system pressure, aligning with the Government’s commitment to expanding stem cell transplant capacity and enhancing cancer treatment access. Pharmac is currently seeking public feedback on the proposal, inviting input from affected patients, families, health professionals, and advocacy groups.
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1 month ago | 282 viewsHealth Minister Simeon Brown highlights World Cancer Day as an opportunity to recognize advancements in New Zealand’s cancer care, emphasizing patient-centered decisions and improved access to modern treatments. Over the past two years, the government has implemented initiatives such as funding new cancer medicines, expanding screening programs, lowering bowel screening age, and investing in infrastructure and workforce to enhance early detection and treatment. These efforts aim to reduce wait times, bring care closer to home, and ensure equitable, high-quality cancer care nationwide.
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1 month ago | 258 viewsHealth Minister Simeon Brown highlights World Cancer Day as an opportunity to recognize progress in New Zealand’s cancer care, emphasizing patient-centered improvements such as earlier detection, faster treatment access, and modern therapies. Key initiatives include funding new cancer medicines, expanding screening programs, establishing faster treatment targets, investing in infrastructure and workforce, and developing a Cervical Cancer Elimination Strategy. These efforts aim to reduce wait times, enhance treatment accessibility, and provide equitable, high-quality care nationwide.
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1 month ago | 234 viewsAssociate Health Minister David Seymour and Health Minister Simeon Brown support Pharmac’s proposal to expand access to brentuximab as a first-line treatment for systemic anaplastic large cell lymphoma, aiming to improve survival rates and quality of life. The government has increased Pharmac’s budget significantly, enabling funding for 43 new cancer treatments and expanding stem cell transplant services to reduce wait times and help more patients receive timely care. If approved, the proposal will take effect on April 1, 2026, reflecting the government’s commitment to enhancing cancer treatment access and outcomes in New Zealand.
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