When Health Minister Mark Butler rose in Question Time yesterday to highlight progress on access to blood cancer therapies, his intent was to demonstrate that the system is working, delivering access to cutting-edge treatments through the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme. Analyse the timelines.
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