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“In the long term, it will be the human race that must take responsibility for the development of sustainable life-styles and economies that are not insistent on continuing growth and a throw away society.”

Quote by David de Kretser

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David de Kretser

Dr. David de Kretser is a renowned medical doctor, born on April 27, 1939. He has made significant contributions to the field of cardiovascular medicine, particularly in the areas of heart transplantation and the treatment of heart diseases. more

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