The I Can Make a Difference Doctors and Medical Practitioners Group has secured a court victory against the South African Health Products Regulartory Authority over the prescribing and manufacturing of medicines containing ivermectin. A member of the group, dr. Naseeba Kathrada says they are excited about the court ruling but the hard work is only just beginning. Ivermectin is used to prevent and treat Covid-19.

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7 April 2021

Merentia joined the media world in 1996 and in 2001, she took her first steps in the broadcasting world. In her free time, she likes to go on adventures in the city. She also likes to learn new dances, not that she is any good at that.

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