An immigrant risks his health to avoid being deported

'Paul' and his family are facing a possible return to China after seven years in Australia

'Paul' and his family are facing a possible return to China after seven years in Australia Source: Supplied

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A man originally from China was told he failed Australia's visa health requirements because of the cost of his hepatitis-B medication.

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