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South Africa: How Should Medicines Shortages Be Managed in South Africa?

[spotlight] Imagine you have been taking a medicine for years. Then one day you are told at the pharmacy that supplies have run out.

  • South Africa lacks clear definition of medicines shortage in health law.
  • US requires manufacturers to report shortages with transparent data.
  • SAHPRA doesn't mandate reporting, hindering proactive shortage management.

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