Caption:
Aida Valdez, 6-years-old, looks at her two-month-old cousin Samuel, who was born three months prematurely but is now a healthy, growing "hombrecito" (little man). In Las Pajas, mosquito nets are considered a luxury that few can afford. But the nets are vital in controlling outbreaks of Malaria and the infamous Dengue Fever.
Galleries:
Las Pajas and the Lucky Haitians Order:
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Location:
Las Pajas
Dominican Republic
19° 1' 0.0012" N, 69° 7' 0.0012" W