Cost of CAR T-cell therapy can indeed range from R30,000 to R90,000 or more per treatment, which is expensive for the majority of the population in South Africa. Several factors contribute to this high cost, including the complexity of the therapy, need for specialized equipment and facilities, and the rigorous process of modifying the patient’s own T-cells to target cancer cells. However, this would help in the future. 1.Government Intervention: To subsidize or cover the costs of life-saving therapies. 2. International Collaboration: To bring down the cost of treatment through research collaborations and technology transfer. 3. Non-Profit Initiatives: To provide financial assistance to patients in need.
