Medical Experts Say Haitians Will Need Health Care Help for Years to Come
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By POOJA AWATRAMANI The BBC recently reported that medical organizations with members serving the Haitian communities affected by the earthquake on January 12th warn that one of the larger issues for Haitians will likely be the need for increased medical…
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