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Author: Dr Patrick Ngassa Piotie
Dr Patrick Ngassa Piotie
Co-founder of the University of Pretoria's Diabetes Research Centre and Chairperson of the Diabetes Alliance.
Diabetes is the leading underlying cause of death among South African women. Dr Patrick Ngassa Piotie argues that tackling the crisis is essential to gender equality, stronger households, and a more resilient economy.