The Minister of Health, Dr Ahmed Al-Awadhi, exempted children who are diagnosed with cancer from all fees for health services provided by the Ministry of Health in all hospitals and specialized medical centers.

The non-Kuwaiti children should have a valid residency and must be below 16 year at the time of initial diagnosis. The fee exemption will continues until the child reaches the age of 18 years.

The exemption includes all fees and charges for health services provided by the Ministry in all hospitals and specialized medical centers, including private room fees.