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barefoot doctor n (Medicine) (esp in developing countries) a worker trained as a medical auxiliary in a rural area who dispenses medicine, gives first aid, assists at childbirth, etc. [translation of Chinese chijiao yisheng, officially translated as primary health worker] How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The barefoot doctors made sure study participants took their vitamins and noted when someone developed cancer or died, whatever the cause. The local health care worker, previously called a barefoot doctor, and her small but tidy clinic tend to the basic needs of the villagers. |
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