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Financial Difficulties faced by Families due to Treatment Abroad

September 8, 2026

Many families in Cyprus are facing severe financial difficulties due to the expenses arising from the need for treatment abroad. Parents are forced to resign from their jobs to care for the patients, leading to loss of income. The government delays financial support, forcing many families to resort to loans. The government and the Ministry of Health acknowledge the problem and are considering potential solutions. Organized patients are requesting changes to the income criteria for family support.