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Yesterday, Samoa News visited LBJ hospital, after reports came in that it was like a ghost town — since the fee hikes went into effect on Monday morning. The ER (pictured) is said to have treated only 13 patients Wednesday night, with 11 paying the $50 fee, while two were accepted under ‘emergency’ needs. The hospital has said, it will not turn away an emergency patient, if they are unable to pay.
[photo: TA]