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Medical facility opens in Kot Addu, Pakistan

Updated 7 September 2010: An Australian civilian medical team is treating patients in Kot Addu, Pakistan.

Pakistan Emergency


On behalf of all Australians, the Australian Government has contributed $35 million and provided a medical task force to support the United Nations and Pakistani Government's flood response.

A number of Australian non-government organisations are appealing for donations to provide emergency assistance.


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