Health innovations. Acid attacks increasing in Cambodia
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In Cambodia, acid attacks have officially affected 347 people since 1984, but experts say countless incidents go unreported. Acid is relatively cheap and easy to get hold of in Cambodia, but is responsible for blinding and disfiguring its victims. The Cambodia Acid Survivor’s Charity is helping victims, including a mother and her three-year old son, featured in the film.
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