Trikafta
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Saskatchewan expands Trikafta coverage for cystic fibrosisThe Saskatchewan government has announced it is increasing coverage for a drug used to treat cystic fibrosis. Patients and doctors say that's great news.HealthNov 22, 2024
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N.B. woman set to study abroad told she can only get 28-day supplies of life-saving drugA New Brunswick woman with cystic fibrosis has been told she cannot receive an extended supply of life-saving medication as she prepares to study abroad.CanadaAug 13, 2024
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Sask. announces treatment coverage expansion for children with cystic fibrosisCystic fibrosis patients in Saskatchewan who are two to five years of age will be eligible for Trikafta as the province announced coverage for those who meet medical criteria.HealthJan 30, 2024
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Alberta further expands access of revolutionary cystic fibrosis drug Trikafta to young kidsTrikafta is a breakthrough prescription drug: rather than just treating symptoms of cystic fibrosis, it targets the basic defect from one specific genetic mutation that causes CF.HealthDec 13, 2023
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Former Make-a-Wish recipient now granting wishes for other sick kidsFor Katrina Secord, life hasn't always been a walk in the park. Born with cystic fibrosis and told she would have a life expectancy until 18 years old.CanadaMar 15, 2023
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Hoops4Hope returns in-person to raise funds for cystic fibrosisThe Hoops4Hope event returned this year to its regular format for the first time since 2019. The 3-on-3 basketball event raises awareness for cystic fibrosis.CanadaOct 10, 2022
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B.C. expands children’s access to ‘transformational’ cystic fibrosis drugUntil now, Trikafta has only been covered for patients aged 12 and over, and without coverage the drug costs $25,000 per month.HealthSep 7, 2022
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‘Frustrating’: Family urges B.C. to fund new drug for young kids with cystic fibrosisOliver Narciso's lung function began declining suddenly last year and he spent two weeks in the hospital this summer undergoing tests, according to his mother, Miriana Narciso.HealthAug 31, 2022
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Manitoba government expands eligibility for cystic fibrosis medication to include kidsThe province announced expanding eligibility for Trikafta — a cystic fibrosis medication — to include kids six and older.HealthAug 17, 2022
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‘Huge miracle’: Saskatchewan to expand cystic fibrosis medication in AugustTrifakta works by targeting specific genetic mutations that cause CF. The mutation impacts about 90 per cent of CF patients.HealthJul 18, 2022
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