India Gives 42 Out Of 90 Medicines For Cancer At Cheapest Rates: Minister
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The primary goal of "Sanjeevani" is to promote awareness, foster discussions about the silent cancer epidemic and address the common fears associated with the disease, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said at an event.
Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Wednesday said of the 90 medicines for cancer, India gives out 42 at the cheapest rates.
He was speaking at the inauguration of "Sanjeevani: United Against Cancer", a joint initiative of the Federal Bank Hormis Memorial Foundation, News18 Network and Tata Trusts.
"We are increasing (the number of) cancer hospitals and tertiary care facilities. Our approach towards the health sector is holistic. We have increased (the number of) MBBS and post-graduate medical seats and colleges, and created medical educational resources. The Ayushman Bharat health infrastructure mission is working towards it. We launched the pharma policy on Tuesday. We are the pharmacy of the world in generic medicines," Mr Mandaviya said.
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