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There is not substantial data that AZT stops the transmission of HIV from mother to child. There is too much conflicting data to make concrete policy.

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Manto Tshabalala-Msimang
Age: 69 †
Born: 1940
Born: October 9
Died: 2009
Died: December 16
Politician
South African Politician
Durban
South Africa
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