WHO adds sunscreen and insulin to essential medicines list

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The WHO added therapeutic sunscreen and rapid-acting insulin analogues to its Essential Medicines Lists, impacting millions globally. These additions signal to governments that these are lifesaving necessities, not luxuries, and should be accessible to all, regardless of cost. The WHO's updated lists influence over 150 governments, aiming to improve access to crucial treatments for albinism and diabetes.


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