Remember all that fuss about South Africa not giving Anti-retro Viral drugs to HIV sufferers, citing costs and a belief that AIDS came from another source.
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| Dr Beetroot In South Africa |
The then health minister Manto Tshabalala-Msimang (aka "Dr Beetroot"), suggested traditional treatments like garlic, lemons and beetroot's, instead of championing anti-retroviral drugs. "We should build up immune systems" was her defence against attacks.
