Promising cancer drug access limited, while corruption allegations swirl
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Hungarian patients are facing significant hurdles in accessing a new, promising cancer injection, highlighting systemic issues with drug approval and availability. This comes amidst a backdrop of ongoing investigations and lawsuits concerning the use of public funds and private equity.
Prominent political figures and their associates are frequently mentioned in relation to alleged financial impropriety and past dealings, with a former associate of Péter Szijjártó being singled out. Meanwhile, the former shared property of Judit Varga and Péter Magyar has been listed for sale, drawing further attention to their past relationship and financial dealings.
Separately, an ER doctor in Pécs has offered his resignation following an incident where colleagues were filmed assaulting a patient, raising concerns about professional conduct in the healthcare sector. In other news, a new policy will make prescription drugs VAT-exempt from September.