Discovery Health CEO: 25,000 lives can be saved if 70% of SA is vaccinated by 2022

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In one of the biggest Covid-19 research surveys in the world, Discovery Health has released data with the focus of understanding what more can be done to enhance and protect the lives of its customers during the Covid-19 pandemic. Dr Ryan Noach, CEO of Discovery Health, sits down with BizNews founder, Alec Hogg to discuss the findings of the study. Noach says these insights have the potential to inform and transform its understanding and decision-making in navigating the current landscape. He adds that he believes if South Africa reaches its 70% vaccination deadline, “We could save 25,000 people from dying from the virus.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
17 Nov 2021 8AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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