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NHS changes stopping/retreatment funding rules for immunotherapy patients
NHS England is revising its ruling that has blocked funds for the re-starting of anti PD-1 treatments for patients with melanoma. Clinicians will be able to halt treatment after two years knowing that funding for the drugs will be available if the disease progresses and the treatment needs to be resumed in the future.
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100 Miles in May Challenge Event
100 Miles in May is a challenge event that anyone can take part in whether they are a cyclist, runner, walker or swimmer. Join the challenge and help raise money in the fight against melanoma.
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