The Uzbek government has initiated a fund for those who are suffering from oncohematological and intractable diseases. The fund includes involving foreign specialists to conduct complex surgeries in the republic.

The funds are also planned to be used to purchase the necessary equipment, medicines and medical devices, as well as to reimburse patients for the costs of diagnostics and medical care.

The fund`s activities are to gain income from the placement of its free funds on bank deposits and 7% of the excise tax on tobacco products. In addition, individuals and legal entities are also welcome to make donations.

https://uzreport.news/economy/uzbekistan-creates-fund-to-help-cancer-patients