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HEALTHJun 2 · 13:00 UTCKFF HEALTH NEWSByron Tau, The Associated Press

Festering Infections to Untreated Cancer: ICE Detainees Describe Medical Neglect Across US

Detainees in U.S. immigration facilities across 33 states allege medical neglect, including untreated infections, denied medications, and delayed care for chronic conditions like diabetes and HIV. Federal lawsuits and interviews reveal systemic failures in providing timely healthcare, with ICE detaining over 75,000 immigrants as of mid-January 2024.

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