Gauteng Health urges correct use of medicines to save lives and prevent complications [SOUND]

# The Gauteng Department of Health says medicines save lives only when used correctly. Spokesperson Steve Mabona says the department urges the public to take treatment as prescribed, never share medication, store it correctly and return expired medicines to clinics or pharmacies. He says adherence is critical for HIV, TB, hypertension, diabetes and other chronic conditions. He added misuse of antibiotics causes resistance and patients must complete courses: