How Cuba’s doctors became her biggest export
By Guardian Exclusive
02 April 2020 |
3:42 pm
For about 60 years, Cuba has been sending healthcare professionals around the world. This is done in solidarity with those in need, but also as part of a concerted campaign of medical diplomacy and to make money to help the country survive an ongoing US embargo.
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