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Dr. Raj Panjabi founded Last Mile Health to bring healthcare to people living in remote areas. The group is the 2026 recipient of the Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize.
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- Published: Aug 12, 2026, 1:00 PM UTC
- Coverage area: Culture & Society
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