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The Cost of Crossing the Road: A Case Study of Water Insecurity, Geriatric Vulnerability, and Medical Bankruptcy in Nkolngok

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: We present a detailed narrative and visual documentation (photographs) of the patient's living conditions, the water source, the scene of the accident, her injuries, and the hospital bills that led to her self-discharge. Her case highlights the intersection of geriatric vulnerability, gender, and the failure of social protection systems.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.17238866

Authors: Ningha Nguimgo, Brenda, Nko'o Amvene, Samuel

Institution: Université de Yaoundé I

Language: English

Topic: Healthcare Systems and Reforms

Subfield: Finance

Field: Economics, Econometrics and Finance

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Reduced inequalities, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7083831903

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