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Hiiumaa residents can no longer give birth on the island

Women on Hiiumaa haven't been able to to give birth on their home island since July. However, no clear arrangements have been made for transporting expectant mothers to the mainland and back or covering the associated costs.

Hiiumaa residents can no longer give birth on the island

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