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Doctors call for a Manus Island health report

Former Manus Island Detention Centre

Former Manus Island Detention Centre Source: Supplied

The Australian Medical Association's Federal Council is calling on the Turnbull government to report on the health and wellbeing of asylum seekers on Manus Island.The Council unanimously passed a motion making the call during a meeting in Canberra. The appeal comes as weekend protests continue in support of former detainees.


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The Australian Medical Association's Federal Council is calling on the Turnbull government to report on the health and wellbeing of asylum seekers on Manus Island.The Council unanimously passed a motion making the call during a meeting in Canberra. The appeal comes as weekend protests continue in support of former detainees.



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