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Why Working Abroad Has Sparked a Kidney-Failure Crisis in Nepal

One-third of the dialysis patients at the country’s National Kidney Center came for treatment after working abroad, often at jobs with grueling hours and few water or bathroom breaks in stifling heat.

By Sunita Neupane

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Zimbabwe
New Tax Promises a Larger Fleet of Emergency Vehicles in Harare. Residents are Skeptical.

Residents doubt city leaders’ new levy will help pay for more critically-needed ambulances.

By Gamuchirai Masiyiwa
Zimbabwe
How Zimbabwe’s Health System Profits From the Dead

By Linda Mujuru
Democratic Republic of Congo
Closed Clinics, Empty Shelves: Patients Struggle as War Unravels Lubero’s Health Care System

Violence and road blockages have made it impossible to transport people and vital supplies to medical facilities.

By Merveille Kavira Luneghe

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Africa

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Her Baby Was Always Sick. It Was HIV — And She Had It Too

By Prudence Phiri

They Have HIV. Why Do They Refuse Treatment?

By Nakisanze Segawa

Failed by the Health System, Women Are Turning to Courts

By Linda Mujuru

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Americas

Coverage from Haiti, Mexico and Puerto Rico

Mexican Students Choose Sugary Drinks Over Contaminated Water

By Marissa Revilla

Government Reorganization Disrupts Essential Health Care for Disabled Argentines

By Lucila Pellettieri

Argentine Woman’s Journey Reflects Successes, Failures of Mental Health System

By Lucila Pellettieri

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Asia

Coverage from Mongolia, Nepal and Sri Lanka

In India’s Capital, Escaping the Toxic Air Is a Privilege Few Can Afford

By Aliya Bashir

Women in India Are Creating the Menstrual Products They Need

By Aliya Bashir

Critical Medical Supplies Run Short as Heavy Restrictions Continue

By Raihana Maqbool

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