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The global shortage of health care workers is felt most acutely in the developing world, with an estimated deficit of 2.4 million doctors, nurses, and midwives. The burden of debt, among other factors, has lowered the priority given to the health sector in many developing countries. As a result, many poor countries face weak health sector infrastructure and poor or absent training programs for health professionals. In addition to a baseline dearth of trained health care providers, poor, AIDS-burdened countries shoulder the added burden of losing doctors and nurses to wealthier nations.

Eliminating Health Disparities: Improving Global Access to Health Care (pages: 2)

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