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Bureau of Indian Affairs moves to cut Native health services in favor of public hospitals.

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As part of the continued push towards assimilation and integration, the Bureau of Indian Affairs moves to a contract system where general public hospitals receive contracts for providing care for enrolled tribal members. This will lead to the closure of many care sites specifically designated for Native communities.