DStv Channel 403 Friday, 15 November 2024

Discussion | Health experts warn some drugs losing effectiveness

CAPE TOWN - Concern is mounting about the rise in antimicrobial resistance in South Africa. Health experts are warning that drugs used to treat infections are becoming less effective. 

This means doctors might have to try several antibiotics before finding one that works, if they find one at all. 

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Sometimes, patients die from infections that used to be easily treatable a couple of years ago.

How bad is the situation in South Africa? 

Andriette van Jaarsveld, a clinical pharmacy specialist at Mediclinic Southern Africa spoke to eNCA.

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