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Melanie Stansbury: Because everywhere I go in Indian Country, I hear over and over again, we do not have enough doctors, nurses, and health…

On the recordMay 10, 2023
Because everywhere I go in Indian Country, I hear over and over again, we do not have enough doctors, nurses, and health technicians.
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Melanie Stansbury
Democratic · New Mexico

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Stansbury emphasizes the need for more healthcare professionals in Indian Country.

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