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BC denies funding for drug to help treat rare blood disorder
Description
3 hours ago
A Tsawwassen senior is questioning why B.C. will not fund a a costly drug shown to improve the quality of life for those diagnosed with her rare blood cancer. Kristen Robinson has more.
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BC denies funding for drug to help treat rare blood disorder03:17 | 3 hours ago -
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Ask an Expert: Boosting your smoothie06:06 | April 11, 2026
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BC denies funding for drug to help treat rare blood disorder03:17 | 3 hours ago
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Closing arguments in ‘MAID’ lawsuit in BC Supreme Court02:12 | April 13, 2026
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Palma’s Picks: Living in your own skin and not hiding anymore04:52 | April 12, 2026
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Ask an Expert: Boosting your smoothie06:06 | April 11, 2026
BC denies funding for drug to help treat rare blood disorder
Description
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A Tsawwassen senior is questioning why B.C. will not fund a a costly drug shown to improve the quality of life for those diagnosed with her rare blood cancer. Kristen Robinson has more.
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