Refugee health
Refugee Health
Refugee health (/rɛfjuːdʒiː hɛlθ/) refers to the physical, mental and social well-being of refugees and asylum seekers. The term originates from the combination of the words "refugee", derived from the French réfugié meaning 'one seeking asylum', and "health", from the Old English hǣlth, meaning 'wholeness, a being whole, sound or well'.
Physical Health
The physical health of refugees can be affected by numerous factors including the conditions of their journey, their previous living conditions, and the conditions of the camps or communities where they currently reside. Common physical health issues include malnutrition, infectious diseases, and chronic diseases.
Mental Health
Mental health issues are prevalent among refugees due to the traumatic experiences they often endure. These can include post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and anxiety disorders. Access to mental health services is often limited for refugees.
Social Health
Social health refers to a refugee's ability to interact and form relationships with others in their new communities. Factors affecting social health can include language barriers, cultural differences, and discrimination. Social health can also impact physical and mental health.
Health Care Access
Access to health care is a significant issue for refugees. Many refugees may not have access to basic health services due to language barriers, lack of knowledge about the health system in their new country, or lack of resources.
Related Terms
- Asylum Seeker
- Displaced Person
- Internally Displaced Person
- Migrant Health
- Public Health
- Global Health
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Refugee health
- Wikipedia's article - Refugee health
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