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News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Improving access to affordable drugs is a complex issue for developing countries that has been tackled in various ways, from strengthening national research infrastructure to compulsory licensing for generic drugs.
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Opinions and Analysis
'Lack of political will' to develop new vaccines
A lack of political will to create vaccines is causing millions of deaths a year due to infectious diseases, says Manuel Elkin Patarroyo.
28 May 2009
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Source: Soitu.es
New tools to fight fake medicines
New technologies can help African countries identify counterfeit or substandard drugs, says director of Africa Fighting Malaria Roger Bate.
Will Glaxo's big plans really benefit the poor?
6 March 2009
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Source: The Lancet
News and Features
Swine flu science update: 18 June 2009
A round-up of articles about using alternatives to antivirals to fight swine flu, making vaccine available to poor nations and mapping risk.
Health agencies join forces to fight chronic diseases
The huge burden of chronic diseases in developing countries could be cut by an alliance of agencies teaming up for research.
