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President Announces Draft Bill for National Cancer Institute

Published March 11, 2026, 12:03
President Announces Draft Bill for National Cancer Institute

The President of the Republic, Nikos Christodoulides, announced that the bill for the establishment of the National Cancer Institute is ready. The creation of the Institute was a pre-election promise of the President and is a request of stakeholders, especially OSAK. The purpose of the Institute is to coordinate actions for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer, with particular emphasis on promoting research in this area in Cyprus. Its creation is expected to contribute to a more effective fight against the disease and improve the quality of life for patients.