(MENAFN) The Jordanian government made amendments on a decision to ban cancer patients over 60 to be treated at the King Hussein Cancer Center after it caused outrage nationwide.
This comes after the government decision last week to stop treating patients over the age of 60 at the top center for cancer treatment in the country, saying they are covered by free healthcare and can instead be treated in a hospital.
The decision left 1,400 patients in uncertainty as to what may soon happen to them and their treatment, sparking criticism and rage among Jordanians.
In reaction to the anger, the government has decided to omit patients currently being treated at the center from the decision.
Amman also announced the formation of a medical committee for new patients over 60 that will determine the most efficient treatment for patients, whether in government hospitals or the King Hussein Cancer Center.
It's worth mentioning that this comes as part of the government's economic-related measures to improve the overall economic situation in the country.
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