Argentina — Historical Events Description

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Argentina
Event
Creation of the National Rural Medical Assistance Program
Category
Social
Date
1939-06-24
Country
Argentina
Description

Argentina launched the National Rural Medical Assistance Program on 24 June 1939. The program placed doctors and nurses in underserved rural communities. Medical teams provided preventive care, vaccinations, and emergency treatment. The initiative sought to reduce healthcare disparities between cities and the countryside. It strengthened networks of rural clinics and health posts. Over time, the program improved overall public health in remote areas. Its founding marked a major step in medical outreach.