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Ontario Resident Denied Coverage for Rare Cancer Treatment Abroad

Sabrina Apitz-Grossman, a 31-year-old resident of Ontario, has been denied government coverage for her treatment abroad for a rare cancer. She was informed 13 months ago that she has only 12 to 18 months to live. Apitz-Grossman is contesting this decision made by the Ontario government.

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Sabrina Apitz-Grossman, a 31-year-old resident of Ontario, is facing a critical situation regarding her health and treatment options. Thirteen months ago, she received the devastating news that she has a rare cancer, with doctors estimating that she has only 12 to 18 months left to live. Despite the urgency of her condition, the Ontario government has denied her coverage for necessary treatments that would take place abroad. Apitz-Grossman has publicly denounced this decision, expressing her frustration over the lack of support from the provincial healthcare system. This situation highlights ongoing discussions regarding healthcare access and the challenges faced by patients with rare conditions, particularly when seeking treatment that falls outside provincial guidelines. The response from provincial officials on the matter has not yet been detailed.

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«Ils sont fiers de ne pas le faire?»: l’Ontario refuse de payer leurs traitements
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Une Ontarienne atteinte d’un cancer rare se voit refuser une couverture à l’étranger
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