Cuprina Completes Lab Able to Supply MEDIFLY Chronic Wound Therapy Across MENA Region, Secures Exclusive License to Market Medicinal Leeches in GCC Countries

Medicinal leeches are increasingly used in the GCC to treat diverse medical conditions including venous congestion, which is a buildup of blood in the veins, and to aid in tissue healing and circulation following reconstructive and microsurgery procedures. The leeches are also used to relieve symptoms of osteoarthritis as well as in veterinary surgery, especially to help treat polycythaemia vera, a chronic blood cancer. "We are excited to complete both of these milestones," said Cuprina chief executive Davi ...