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Publication Date: July 20, 2026 - 04:00
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She needs $12K-a-month drug to treat incurable cancer, but insurance won’t pay
July 20, 2026
Sophie Djeme-Mi Koumazock’s doctor prescribed her a new drug to slow the progression of incurable breast cancer. But as a federal employee, her insurance plan through Canada Life won’t foot the monthly bill, which could be as expensive as $12,000.
In a biomedicine laboratory at Polytechnique Montréal, animal protein grows in a bubbling orange solution as researchers in white lab coats take samples with large syringes.
August 17, 2026 - 07:42 | Globalnews Digital | Global News - Canada
August 17, 2026 - 07:32 | Erika Morris | The Globe and Mail
Good morning. We’re mentally preparing for a big week in trade negotiations, but our reporters have entertaining distractions to offer in the meantime. More on tariffs below, along with a new life for IMAX and the secret sauce behind a successful food festival.
August 17, 2026 - 06:48 | Sierra Bein | The Globe and Mail




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