The UICC-led Access To Oncology Medicines (ATOM) Coalition has proudly launched its first Health Financing Case Studies examining how low- and lower middle-income countries (LLMICs) are addressing cancer financing within the broader context of universal health coverage. Given the high financial toxicity related to out-of-pocket payments for cancer care, the case studies underscore the importance of including essential oncology medicines and diagnostics into UHC.  

The new case studies, focused on Georgia, Kenya,The Philippines and Zambia, offer timely insights into country implementation and good practices. Based on the review, the case studies advance policy recommendations for strengthening financing systems for sustainable access to oncology medicines.