mark-l replied to the topic Bayer CEO – New Drug "not for poor people" in the forum Treatment 10 years, 9 months ago
Well, SHE (my MP) is actually a Tory, and like everyone else has conceded that Healthcare is to be rationed for the foreseeable future.
“Meddling” by politicians actually CREATED the NHS in the first place! A novel concept of healthcare – to be provided on the basis of NEED, not the ability to pay. A principle that remains cherished and…[Read more]
mark-l replied to the topic Bayer CEO – New Drug "not for poor people" in the forum Treatment 10 years, 9 months ago
Whilst I appreciate that this is not a “campaigning website”, but rather One to share experiences and give support/advice, it does no harm to mention these sort of practices to your MP.
The NHS is there to provide the best treatment or us all, and costs should not play a part in determining medical treatment.
*stands back, expecting a flaming*
mark-l replied to the topic Bayer CEO – New Drug "not for poor people" in the forum Treatment 10 years, 9 months ago
Well, this article is self-explanatory. Nexavar has been priced by Bayer knowing that it would not be affordable in developing countries, but in the UK, you’ll be fine.
I’m sorry you feel so anxious about your chemo. But you must sit down and talk to your Consultant. Understand what’s going to happen to you, the treatment, side-effects and so o…[Read more]
mark-l replied to the topic Bayer CEO – New Drug "not for poor people" in the forum Treatment 10 years, 9 months ago
Indeed. What is so sad is that the Researchers in the big Pharma companies are totally dedicated to their work, and really strive to help mankind.
These sorts of decisions are made by business people at the top of the Pharma companies with one eye on their stock options.
mark-l started the topic Apricot Seeds (ie: NOT kernels) – a "cure"? in the forum Treatment 10 years, 10 months ago
I’m looking for some advice/experience of others . To be frank, I have never believed much in homeopathy, and see most of it as either “quack science” or useful in a placebo sense only . However, I have been guided to the taking of these Apricot seeds (bitter white seeds INSIDE apricot kernels) by a couple of enthusiasts who truly believe th…[Read more]