SAHPRA Says Cancer Medicines in South Africa Are Safe and Not Substandard

SAHPRA’s CEO, Dr Boitumelo Semete-Makokotlela, said the public — especially cancer patients — can be assured that their treatment is safe and not affected by the problems found in other African countries. Photo: SAHPRA

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) says cancer medicines available in South Africa are safe and meet proper standards. This comes after a global study raised alarm about poor-quality cancer drugs found in several African countries. The study, published in The Lancet Global Health journal, found that some chemotherapy drugs in countries like… Continue reading SAHPRA Says Cancer Medicines in South Africa Are Safe and Not Substandard

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