Indonesia Sends 314 Medics to Fight Wildfire Health Crisis
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The Indonesian Ministry of Health has deployed 314 medical personnel and essential medical supplies to seven provinces severely affected by ongoing wildfires. The move aims to provide immediate healthcare support to residents facing respiratory and other health issues caused by thick smoke and fire-related hazards. The teams are expected to set up mobile clinics and strengthen existing health facilities in the hardest-hit areas. This deployment is part of the government’s broader emergency response to contain the health impact of the fires.