SHA to Fund Cancer Treatment Under New Roche Deal
According to Duale, more than 70 percent of cancer cases in Kenya are diagnosed at late stages due to limited diagnostic infrastructure. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The Social Health Authority (SHA) will now fully cover the cost of a vital cancer therapy for breast and gastric cancers in Kenya, following a new deal between the Ministry of Health and Roche Pharmaceuticals. This partnership has dramatically reduced the per-session treatment cost from Sh120,000 to Sh40,000, with SHA covering the full amount for patients without copayment.
- The cost of a key cancer therapy session has been reduced from Sh120,000 to Sh40,000.
- The deal was formed between the Ministry of Health and Roche Pharmaceuticals, with Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale announcing the initiative.
- Over 70% of cancer cases in Kenya are diagnosed at late stages, highlighting a critical need for expanded early detection and diagnostic services.
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