“The essence of global health equity is the idea that something so precious as health might be viewed as a right.”

— Paul Farmer

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About Paul Farmer

Physician • American

Paul Edward Farmer was an American medical anthropologist and physician renowned for his humanitarian work providing healthcare to rural and underserved communities. He co-founded the global health organization Partners...

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