"Medicines are unusual commodities. Important drugs can save……" — Thomas Pogge
"Medicines are unusual commodities. Important drugs can save the lives and protect the health of millions. Their consumption can bring huge benefits, by helping patients to avoid infection and preventing serious damage to the economies of families, nations and even humanity at large."
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Thomas Pogge
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7 Quotes by Thomas Pogge
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