The Chilean tree that could help cure malaria (and a host of other diseases)
The rare soapbark produces a chemical that powers new malaria jabs being rolled out across Africa. A single gram can cost $100,000
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The rare soapbark produces a chemical that powers new malaria jabs being rolled out across Africa. A single gram can cost $100,000
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