'We are in a crisis': Patients call for access to new meds
MyLifeMatters collective represents over a million patients with life-limiting conditions.
MyLifeMatters collective represents over a million patients with life-limiting conditions.
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He hopes to raise $100,000 to pay for a "miracle" drug he believes can extend his life
"CGMs shouldn’t be a luxury. It’s time for New Zealand to wake up and catch up."
Nearly 50,000 ADHD patients will have easier access to Ritalin.
“I can do this without having to worry about getting sick.”
“I never thought that I would be able to live the life I’m living now ... I’m thriving.”
By focusing on Māori and Pacific for life-saving drugs, Pharmac has improved access.
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Pharmac has reached a provisional agreement with medicine supplier Vertex to fund Trikafta
Funding of Trikafta will be for those aged 6 and older who meet certain criteria.
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'We will do anything to keep our boy alive but ... detest having to pay tax to do so.'
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"I still feel I've got everything going for me," the 76-year-old says.
'This is a giant step forward. It's just unbelievable.'
Pharmac has re-ranked Trikafta on its Options for Investment list after updated advice.