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NGO wants improved medical care for migrants

The content originally appeared on: Trinidad and Tobago Newsday News An elderly Venezuelan receives primary medical care during a special day carried out by La Casita in Arima. - Photo by Grevic Alvarado The NGO La Casita Hispanic Cultural Centre has asked the TT authorities to address the challenges faced by refugees and migrants in accessing healthcare services. La Casita issued a public statement through its social media for World Health Day, April 7. 'These marginalised populations often endure arduous […]

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