Many Afghans who helped U.S. troops in Afghanistan have escaped persecution by the Taliban and resettled in Rochester, but their future is in limbo.
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Refugee screenings miss serious problems
Rochester takes in more than 700 refugees annually from countries often devastated by wars and regional conflicts. And though the refugees are screened for mental and physical health issues, new research out of the University of Rochester shows that the screenings don’t always detect developmental delays in children because of cultural differences and communication issues. […]
