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Government accused of making refugees a health 'underclass'

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Health experts and refugee advocates are calling on the state and federal governments to grant greater access to healthcare resources for refugees and asylum seekers. The calls come amid Refugee Week (18 - 24 June), an annual event to honour refugees from around the world as well as highlight the ongoing struggles of those fleeing conflict and persecution in the hopes of finding a better life.


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By Sam Dover

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Health experts and refugee advocates are calling on the state and federal governments to grant greater access to healthcare resources for refugees and asylum seekers. The calls come amid Refugee Week (18 - 24 June), an annual event to honour refugees from around the world as well as highlight the ongoing struggles of those fleeing conflict and persecution in the hopes of finding a better life.


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