Central Africa faces rising threat from counterfeit and trafficked medicines

Central Africa is facing a growing threat from counterfeit and trafficked medicines. This is a major public health concern, as it can lead to the spread of diseases and harm people's health. The issue is particularly pressing in this region because there is a significant gap between the healthcare needs of the population and their access to safe, affordable medicine. As a result, the UN has warned that the situation is becoming increasingly dire.

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Counterfeit and trafficked medicines are a major public health threat in Central Africa, fuelled by a gap between healthcare needs and access to safe and affordable medicines. This could lead to a rise in deaths and illnesses from fake or ineffective

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