Barrio
Description
Guadalajara-Mexico's second largest city, and the capital of the state of Jalisco. Some 350,000 people have moved here from the poorer parts of Jalisco in search of employment and a better way of life. Dr. Marco Castillo has a dream-to improve the lives of the people of Guadalaraja with a comprehensive health system. This program helps foreign language students discuss Guadalara's social issues in Spanish as it explores Dr. Castillo's aim to establish health clinics; set up training programs in hygiene, diet, and first aid; and implement other measures designed to help people help themselves.
Runtime
14 min
Series
Subjects
Geography
Genre
Date of Publication
[2011], c1995
Database
Films on Demand
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