Study Finds 20% of Cancer Drugs in 4 African Nations Defective
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Summary
A research study reveals that nearly 20% of cancer drugs in four African nations are defective, lacking essential ingredients for treating the disease. The issue stems from challenges in regulating therapeutics across the continent.
Key quotes
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Across Africa, cancer medications have been found to be substandard or counterfeit.
They tested nearly 200 unique products across several brands.
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