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AI innovations promise to revolutionise African healthcare

In October AI was showcased on the global stage, from Las Vegas to Cape Town, as major tech companies and health experts gathered to explore the future of healthcare. – Financial Mail (31 October 2024)

BUDGET: Godongwane blames provinces for healthcare crisis

In his first Government of National Unity (GNU) budget, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has committed to doing ‘more of the same’ – mainly slashing government spending, reducing smothering public debt levels and accelerating the implementation of pro-growth and investment reforms, reported Business Day (30 October 2024).

Tuberculosis was top Infectious disease killer in 2023

According to a recent World Health Organization report, tuberculosis (TB) has become the leading cause of infectious disease-related deaths in 2023, overtaking COVID-19. – Reuters (30 October 2024) “The WHO data reveals a surge to 8.2m new diagnoses in 2023, up from 7.5m in 2022, signaling a record year since global monitoring began.

Aspen joins the race in obesity treatment drugs

Business Day (30 Oct 2024) reported that Aspen has confirmed a new licensing agreement to enter the GLP-1 agonist market. This will enable the company to prepare for the market by 2026 and capitalise on the anticipated demand in diabetes and obesity treatment solutions. The global GLP-1 market, is projected to grow to $142bn (R2.5-trillion) by 2030.


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