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Perhaps it is worth reminding ourselves that the surge in research for
diseases such as malaria, TB and others is recent. I think it is partly due
to raising awareness about neglected diseases and also due to increased
public funding.Very few companies have research programmes for such
diseases. See "beyond Philanthropy" report at :
http://www.Oxfam.org.uk/
Mohga
(dictating to the computer so please forgive silly mistakes!)
Dr. Mohga Kamal Smith
Health policy advisor
Tel + 44 1865 312290
Mobile +44 777 62 55 884
mksmith@Oxfam.org.uk
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