The people of Appalachia

The people of Appalachia

Author: 60 Minutes April 7, 2014 Duration: 1:02
Dr. Joe Smiddy is the volunteer medical director of the Health Wagon and grew up in Appalachia. He describes the people that live in the region. http://www.cbsnews.com/news/affordable-care-for-those-still-uninsured/

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