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In the aftermath of Helene and Milton, oncologists resort to airlifts to keep treatments on schedule

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Hurricane Milton via satellite on Wednesday. Source: NOAA/NESDISSTAR GOES-East

Milton—the second hurricane in as many weeks—ripped through America’s southeast, causing severe flooding, washing away bridges, knocking out power and water supply.  

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