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She was captivated by transplantation's potential, describing it as "life-transforming." Her work aimed to improve survival and quality of life for renal failure patients, many of whom faced death due to the absence of dialysis facilities at the time. With the advent of new immunosuppressive drugs in the late 1980s, rejection rates plummeted from over 50% to 20-30%, laying the foundation for Singapore's current stellar success in transplantation.

Advocating for Better Treatment and Funding

Recognizing that immunosuppressive drugs were critical yet costly, Professor Salah actively engaged with stakeholders, including the Ministry of Health. Her efforts led to the subsidization of these medications, significantly improving patient outcomes.