Health Minister Statement on Medication Coverage
The article focused on the efforts made by the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health to improve cancer treatment and provide early detection services. It pointed out that the National Cancer Control Program, which is part of the strategic plan, primarily relies on partnerships with the academic sector to achieve these goals. It also announced the launch of a national screening campaign for breast cancer on October 8th, and the provision of mammography imaging devices in all public hospitals free of charge throughout the year for the first time. The report confirmed that the Ministry has expanded treatment protocols by 400% since the beginning of its term, and is working on improving pharmaceutical standards and studying biosimilars (biologic alternative medicines). Additionally, an upcoming announcement is expected regarding the establishment of the National Drug Agency to strengthen health policies.
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