Tag: Cancer Treatment

Personalised mRNA Cancer Vaccine Clears Major Phase-3 Milestone in Melanoma: How Is It Different From Vaccines That Prevent Disease?

A personalised mRNA cancer vaccine from Moderna and Merck has reached a major Phase 3 milestone in melanoma. Intismeran autogene, combined with Keytruda, improved recurrence-free and distant metastasis-free survival, although the treatment remains investigational and is not yet approved.

Life-Saving Cancer Drugs In India: Why Is The Supreme Court Looking At Affordable Access?

The Supreme Court has begun examining whether the high cost of life-saving cancer medicines limits patients' access to treatment. The case has renewed debate over affordable healthcare, drug patents, and timely judicial intervention in urgent medical matters.

Ayushman Bharat Cover May Double To ₹10 Lakh: What Could It Mean For Patients?

The Parliamentary Standing Committee has recommended doubling Ayushman Bharat's annual health cover from ₹5 lakh to ₹10 lakh per family. While the proposal is yet to be approved, it could significantly improve access to costly treatments such as cancer care, transplants, and major heart surgeries.