Disturbing organs trade in Italy
Published: 16 July, 2009, 09:41
The struggle for cash is taking a sinister turn in Italy, as hundreds of desperate people are prepared to sell their own organs to raise money for their families.
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Published: 16 July, 2009, 09:41
The struggle for cash is taking a sinister turn in Italy, as hundreds of desperate people are prepared to sell their own organs to raise money for their families.