Health train has delivered free care to South Africans for decades

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In South Africa, the health care system is plagued with many problems. And one of them is about access. There are simply not enough health care providers, especially in rural areas. South Africa’s president has postponed reforms in the sector. On the ground, this means many patients are desperate for better options. Reporter Elna Schütz spent some time onboard one mobile health clinic in South Africa, doing its part to address some of the needs.

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