Durkan welcomes access to Cystic Fibrosis drug for children

THE SDLP’s Mark H Durkan has welcomed confirmation from Cystic Fibrosis Trust that life-changing Cystic Fibrosis drug Kaftrio, has been approved for use for eligible children in the North of Ireland.

Said the Foyle MLA: “I am delighted that children aged between six and 11 years old living with Cystic Fibrosis in the North will now be afforded access to this life-changing drug.

“I commend all those campaingers involved for their perseverance in improving Cystic Fibrosis treatment here.

“In recent years their hard fought efforts have secured Orkambi, Symkevi and Kalydeco, making these previously deemed ‘unaffordable’ treatments a reality.

“The price of good health cannot be quantified and I have no doubt that extending Kaftrio access will enhance the quality of life for so many children living with Cystic Fibrosis.”

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