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Healthcare Access Challenges for Refugees and Displaced Populations

by Emma Thomas 1,*
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Emma Thomas
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Received: 19 March 2020 / Accepted: 14 April 2020 / Published Online: 15 May 2020

Abstract

The title "Healthcare Access Challenges for Refugees and Displaced Populations" highlights the critical issue of ensuring equitable healthcare access for individuals who have been forcibly displaced from their homes due to conflict, violence, or natural disasters. This paper discusses the myriad challenges faced by refugees and displaced populations in gaining access to healthcare services. The first section provides an overview of the global scale of displacement and the associated health risks, emphasizing the vulnerability of these groups. The subsequent sections delve into specific barriers, including financial constraints, language barriers, lack of documentation, and the political and social environment of host countries. The paper further examines the role of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and international agencies in addressing these challenges and proposes strategies for improving healthcare access. It concludes by advocating for a more inclusive and sustainable approach to healthcare for refugees and displaced populations, recognizing their unique needs and the importance of integrating them into the healthcare systems of their host countries.


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Thomas, E. Healthcare Access Challenges for Refugees and Displaced Populations. Journal of Medical Care Research, 2020, 2, 9. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20200515
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Thomas E. Healthcare Access Challenges for Refugees and Displaced Populations. Journal of Medical Care Research; 2020, 2(1):9. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20200515
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Thomas, Emma 2020. "Healthcare Access Challenges for Refugees and Displaced Populations" Journal of Medical Care Research 2, no.1:9. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20200515
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Thomas, E. (2020). Healthcare Access Challenges for Refugees and Displaced Populations. Journal of Medical Care Research, 2(1), 9. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20200515

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