'Life changing' cystic fibrosis drug approved for children
A drug which has been described as "life changing" for people with cystic fibrosis will be made available to eligible children in Northern Ireland.
Kaftrio is a triple treatment drug, which means a number of healthcare professionals will work together to ensure patients are managed properly. Mr Swann said: "I am very pleased that this cutting-edge medicine will be available to more of our cystic fibrosis patient population and allow them to have a better quality of life."
He said: "The health service is working hard to make this treatment available to those who can benefit as soon as possible.
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