HEALTHTHE OAKLANDSIDE
For the uninsured, the Order of Malta Clinic is a lifeline
The Order of Malta Clinic in Oakland has provided free medical care to the uninsured for 18 years, with over 62,000 office visits. It serves as a critical resource for those without health insurance.
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