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Editorial
. 2016 Oct 18;3(4):20.
doi: 10.3390/children3040020.

International Medical Collaboration: Lessons from Cuba

Mauro Castelló González  1 , Reinaldo Pons Vásquez  2 , David Rodriguez Bencomo  3 , Imti Choonara  4
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Editorial

International Medical Collaboration: Lessons from Cuba

Mauro Castelló González et al. Children (Basel). .

Abstract

Over 50,000 Cuban health professionals are currently working overseas in 67 different countries. They work in conjunction with local health professionals. The majority work in primary care in deprived areas. The aim is to reduce morbidity and mortality but also improve health in the long term by training local health professionals, and building both institutions and a structure to deliver health care alongside educating the local population. Cuba is a small, middle-income country. It has, however, made a significant international contribution in relation to medical collaboration. Cuba's international collaboration is based on the principles of social justice and equity for all. It has set an example for other countries to emulate.

Keywords: Cuba; access to healthcare; child health.

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Conflict of interest statement

The authors declare no conflict of interest.

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