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Clinics to close, doctors and nurses to lose jobs as a result of Donald Trump's funding cuts


Published on 2025-02-13 03:40:51 - MSN
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  • US President Donald Trump's decision to cut funding in South Africa will severely effect health and environmental initiatives which receive almost $320 million annually for essential services, says Stellenbosch University Health Professor Emeritus,

The article from MSN discusses the severe impact of funding cuts initiated by former U.S. President Donald Trump on healthcare services, particularly affecting clinics in South Africa. These cuts, which were part of Trump's broader policy to reduce foreign aid, have led to the closure of several clinics and the loss of jobs for doctors and nurses. The reduction in funding has strained the already fragile healthcare system in South Africa, exacerbating issues like the management of HIV/AIDS, TB, and other critical health services. The article highlights how these cuts not only affect immediate healthcare delivery but also long-term health outcomes in regions heavily reliant on international aid. It also notes the ripple effect on local economies due to job losses and the potential increase in health disparities.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-za/politics/government/clinics-to-close-doctors-and-nurses-to-lose-jobs-as-a-result-of-donald-trump-s-funding-cuts/ar-AA1yXi6t ]
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