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Nuclear Medicine, the Future of Health Innovation

Nuclear Medicine, the Future of Health Innovation

Nuclear Medicine, the Future of Health Innovation The history of nuclear medicine in South Africa reflects the strong link between government investments in science and technology and advances in healthcare. As a result of these investments, new nuclear medicine procedures have been developed that
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The Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) is enabling innovation to grow local vaccine development and manufacturing.

The Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) is enabling innovation to grow local vaccine development and manufacturing.

Why manufacturing a key vaccine in South Africa is so important Vaccines have changed our world - significantly curbing the effects of many human infectious diseases worldwide, drastically reducing child mortality rates and eradicating major pathogens, such as smallpox. Despite this, universal
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DSI is enabling innovation to grow a strong local health industry.

Access local innovations to support precision medicine development, vaccine and diagnostic manufacturing, and commercialisation of indigenous plant products.
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Zero Waste: A Key Tool Against Climate Change

Zero Waste: A Key Tool Against Climate Change

Zero Waste: A Key Tool Against Climate Change As the immense threat of climate change looms, urgent and widescale action is needed to mitigate its devastating environmental impacts. Implementing zero waste principles by reducing consumption, reusing products and recycling materials is a potent
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