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The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. wants better healthcare, but plans to fund it are in limbo

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Andrew Jones
The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. wants better healthcare, but plans to fund it are in limbo
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The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, recently granted federal recognition, is struggling to secure funding for healthcare services. Tribal members face significant health disparities, including high rates of diabetes and heart disease, which they hope to address through new federal support.

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