There are over 7,000 known rare diseases worldwide, with over 20 million patients in China, and over 200,000 new patients each year. In China alone, over 100,000 patients are in need of the new drug being developed by the Institute of Medical Research, not counting new patients.
The vast majority of these people cannot afford the two million yuan for medicine and treatment, and rare diseases cannot be covered by medical insurance.
Ningyu Garden, bedroom.
After several hours of "three-person team" battles in Honor of Kings, Zhang Ningxi changed two sets of skins and Lin Shirui changed three sets, but none of them could affect the final outcome, and they were all defeated by Si Mingyu.
Looking at the two women lying on the bed, Si Mingyu felt a little confused. He didn't know what happened today. It seemed like the two of them had discussed it beforehand. After returning home, each of them changed into a new limited edition "skin".
In this situation, neither one of them can withstand the other two, so all doubts are thrown behind, and we will fight a few battles first.
"I'll carry you to take a bath."
Si Mingyu first carried Lin Shirui over, and then picked up Zhang Ningxi. From the looks of the two girls, it was clear that they had already stretched out their arms, waiting to be hugged.
"Honey, let me tell you something." Zhang Ningxi put her arms around Si Mingyu's neck and said in his ear.
"I agree."
Feeling the soft touch and the fragrance in his ears, Si Mingyu began to get distracted again. He quickly soaked himself in the water. The 15-square-meter bathtub was more than enough for three people.
"I haven't said what it is yet."
"Whatever my wife says is what it is."
"Honey, is the domestic price of our medical research institute's new drug for rare diseases really two million per course of treatment?"
"Yes, this is a global unified price. Why are you asking this all of a sudden?"
"Many people in China can't afford this price. If you're struggling, can we just not charge you?"
"I think so too." Lin Shirui also agreed.
"?" Si Mingyu was a little confused and looked at the two women with a puzzled look.
Lin Shirui was speechless under her man's gaze, so Zhang Ningxi took over the conversation. "Today's matter was brought up by Sister Shirui and me. The drugs for rare diseases are too expensive, and many people may die because they can't afford them or receive treatment. I don't know what other people think, but when I knew we had the drug, I couldn't turn a blind eye."
"I had the same idea, but I didn't dare to say it."
They are well aware of the affairs of pharmaceutical research institutes and the marketing of new drugs, and naturally know how huge the profits are. It is no exaggeration to say that they can earn tens of billions in the domestic market alone during the 20-year patent protection period.
However, Zhang Ningxi was only a recent graduate, and Lin Shirui had joined the East Asia Mingyu Group two years after graduation. They had always been pampered by Si Mingyu, and it was impossible for them to be as cold-blooded and ruthless as a qualified businessman. If it were the capitalists of the Fifty State Federation, they wouldn't blink an eye when poor people died in front of them, and their only thought was whether they could make another fortune from the dead.
On one side were the huge profits, and on the other side were the nightmares of waking up from dreams in the middle of the night. The two women discussed it and finally expressed their thoughts.
"You two should know that even if you charge half the price for the medicine, it will still be tens of billions, not just a few hundred yuan. Have you thought about it before saying this?" Si Mingyu asked, staring into their eyes.
"I have thought about it, but I'm really scared of having nightmares," Lin Shirui replied.
"We just made less money, but we didn't spend all our money to save people. That's why Sister Shi Rui and I wanted to tell you about this." Zhang Ningxi also said.
"I'll do whatever you say. Well, it was my wife who proposed it." Si Mingyu said with embarrassment.
"Hubby, you're so nice!" The two girls rushed over happily.
What followed was the much-loved water fight. Although the two girls had only recovered a little strength, they were so happy that they didn't care about anything else.
Si Mingyu had no intention of profiting from the Chinese market with the new drug; this was also the original intention of the "company" when they sent Li Zhenyuan. However, he hadn't expected Zhang Ningxi and Lin Shirui to bring it up, and he was very happy that his wife was a kind and loving person.
Although this matter has been decided, there must still be a set of effective measures for its specific implementation.
So the day before the new drug was launched in the domestic market, a press conference was held at the Dongya Mingyu Building.
Present at the event were many official media outlets including the National Television Station and Shanghai Television, as well as more than a dozen portals and news network media such as Penguin, Toutiao, Yiwang, Sogou, and Jiulang, and countless other newspapers and magazines.
The entire press conference was broadcast live on many online platforms including Shanghai TV, Penguin, Douyin, and Bizhan.
After Lin Shirui, the host, made her opening remarks and introductions according to procedure, Zhang Ningxi read out the announcement on behalf of East Asia Mingyu Group:
"A new drug developed by East Asia Mingyu Pharmaceuticals for a rare disease has been approved for marketing. The global price is 2 million Chinese yuan, though it may vary due to factors such as import tariffs in different countries. This fully demonstrates East Asia Mingyu Group's commitment to treating patients from all countries equally."
"The East Asia Mingyu Charity Fund has been established, with Group Chairman Si Mingyu as its director. Chinese nationals with certain rare diseases can apply for assistance from the fund. If an investigation confirms that the applicant meets the criteria, the fund will provide treatment assistance up to two million Chinese yuan based on the applicant's circumstances. The investigation will be jointly led by the foundation and local officials. Please see the big screen for the assistance standards."
"The East Asia Mingyu Charity Foundation does not accept any donations. All expenses are borne by the East Asia Mingyu Group. The charity foundation will select several partner hospitals in each province and city, and the list will be announced later."
After Zhang Ningxi finished reading the announcement, the entire scene and the livestreams on various platforms went wild. Selling at the original price first, then receiving aid from the foundation, all in a roundabout way, it's like giving it away for free. Just remember, this one person is paying two million.
The aid standards have been announced, and while the most difficult of all will receive nothing, even an ordinary family could potentially receive 1.7 million yuan. Furthermore, since the standards are jointly determined by the foundation and the government, there's no room for fraud.
Immediately, an expert from the medical system spoke up and said that if this standard was followed, 90% of people suffering from this rare disease would be eligible for assistance, the only difference being the amount of assistance.
Subsequently, representatives from the official Food and Drug Administration and the State Administration of Taxation also spoke out and stated that no taxes or fees would be charged on new drugs used to treat Chinese citizens.
Almost instantly, this press conference became a hot topic, and then more people knew the news.
At the same time, countless patients and their families across the country hugged each other and cried. They could continue to live.
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