‘Cancer is not a death sentence’ – time to fully realize this slogan, says healthcare minister
‘Cancer is not a death sentence’, it’s time for this slogan to become entirely real, Armenian Healthcare Minister Anahit Avanesyan said at the 3rd Armenian Oncology Congress dedicated to World Cancer Day, ARMENPRESS reports.
Avanesyan said they are doing everything so that Armenia doesn’t lag behind any developed country in the prevention, early-diagnosis and treatment of cancer.
In 2023, the new fully-equipped radiation treatment facility will be launched.
“Cancer diagnosis and treatment will become more accessible after the complete introduction of the insurance system,” Avanesyan added, noting that oncology surgeries for malignant tumors are now free of charge in Armenia, however patients still pay for chemotherapy medications, some tests and surgeries for benign tumors.
Leading oncologists from Russia, United States, Iran and European countries are participating in the 3rd Armenian Oncology Congress.
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