Drugs giants flex muscles as SA tries to cut health bill

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The South African government has attracted controversy with plans to force multinational pharmaceutical companies to cut their prices. There is particular concern among multinational pharmaceutical companies about the possibility of South Africa purchasing drugs from countries where they are already sold cheaper. US ambassador James Joseph claims that importing patented drugs would go against universally recognized principles of patent protection.

Administration of Public Health Programs, Admin. of public health programs, Public Health Service, Pharmaceutical industry, Prices and rates, International trade, South Africa, Social policy

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Bio-pirates raid trees in the swamps of Borneo

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The bitangor rubber tree in the rainforests of Borneo is examined in detail. The drug Calanolide A which has been extracted from the tree has helped to combat the Aids virus in tests. Prospectors in the region hope to make more valuable bio-discoveries.

Drug therapy, Natural history, Trees, Trees (Plants), AIDS (Disease), Borneo

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Japan's cult hero PM wins new mandate for reforms

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Junichiro Koizumi, leader of the Japanese Liberal Democratic government, has won support for a programme of reforms. His coalition won a minimum of 73 out of 121 seats, confirming his personal popularity.

Japan, Political activity, Political aspects, Politicians, Koizumi, Junichiro

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