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Cuba Faces Dire Medication Crisis Amid Rationing Efforts

1/24/2025

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Cuba is grappling with a dire medication crisis, as more than 70% of essential drugs are out of reach. In response, the government has ramped up rationing and introduced a new sales approach in Camagüey to enhance access. Patients, particularly those with chronic conditions, are turning to the black market, while officials admit to persistent funding and supply hurdles.

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Story summary

Cuba is grappling with a dire medication crisis, as more than 70% of essential drugs are out of reach. In response, the government has ramped up rationing and introduced a new sales approach in Camagüey to enhance access. Patients, particularly those with chronic conditions, are turning to the black market, while officials admit to persistent funding and supply hurdles.