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Health and Wellness
World Bank warns of 10 million global health worker shortage by 2030
Data released on Friday shows that the deficit spans critical professions, with an estimated shortage of 4.5 million nurses, 3.1 million doctors, 1.9 million midwives, 0.3 million dentists, and 0.2 million pharmacists. In total, the global health workforce shortfall is projected to reach 10.2 million workers within the next five years.
Chrispho Owuor