Impacto epidemiológico fronterizo del flujo migratorio venezolano en el Perú 2017-2021 / Border epidemiological impact of the Venezuelan migratory flow in Peru 2017-2021

Las migraciones, aunque pueden ser beneficiosas para la sociedad, también pueden acarrear repercusiones, y desde una perspectiva humanitaria deben ser consideradas como un determinante transversal de la salud. Los informes de propagación de enfermedades importadas son cada vez más comunes, especialmente en los límites fronterizos donde es mayor la demanda sanitaria. Durante la última década Venezuela ha pasado a ser un país de emigrantes donde más del 15% de la población son inmigrantes, y siendo Perú el segundo país con más residentes venezolanos. Según las estadísticas para el 2021 la mayoría de los migrantes venezolanos establecidos en las regiones fronterizas de Perú se encuentran en Piura con 27.359 residentes (el 55% de las zonas fronterizas), seguido de Tumbes (16,5%) y Tacna (12,9%), demostrando la asidua preferencia del flujo de ingreso por la frontera norte del Perú y planteándose como un desafío máxime si se considera que la mayoría lo hace de forma irregular, dando como resultado diversas repercusiones epidemiológicas, sanitarias y humanitarias. Durante los dos últimos decenios, se han identificado problemas de salud priorizados (PSP) en las zonas de frontera peruanas, como la malaria, el dengue, la rabia humana, y más recientemente, la Covid-19; requiriendo el desarrollo de programas para la prevención y control de PSP. Investigar sobre la epidemiología migratoria actual nos ayuda a vislumbrar acerca de la relación entre la migración y la salud; lo cual resulta de utilidad para conocer su morbilidad, identificar áreas de mayor interés, y definir políticas preventivas según prioridades en las fronteras(AU)

Migrations, although they can be beneficial for society, can also have repercussions, and from a humanitarian perspective they must be considered as a cross-cutting determinant of health. Reports of the spread of imported diseases are becoming more common, especially at the border limits where the health demand is greatest. During the last decade Venezuela has become a country of emigrants where more than 15% of the population are immigrants, and Peru being the country with the second most Venezuelan residents. According to statistics for 2021, the majority of Venezuelan migrants established in the border regions of Peru are in Piura with 27,359 residents (55% of the border areas), followed by Tumbes (16.5%) and Tacna (12, 9%), demonstrating the assiduous preference of the flow of entry through the northern border of Peru and posing as a challenge especially if it is considered that the majority do so irregularly, resulting in various epidemiological, health and humanitarian repercussions. During the last two decades, prioritized health problems (PHP) have been identified in the Peruvian border areas, such as malaria, dengue, human rabies, and more recently, Covid-19; requiring the development of programs for the prevention and control of PHP. Investigating about the current migratory epidemiology helps us to get a glimpse of the relationship between migration and health, which is useful to know their morbidity, identify areas of greatest interest, and define preventive policies according to priorities at the borders(AU)

Health access to immigrants: identifying gaps for social protection in health / Acceso a salud en inmigrantes: identificando brechas para la protección social en salud

ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE To compare the access to and effective use of health services available among international migrants and Chileans. METHODS Secondary analysis of the National Socioeconomic Characterization Survey (CASEN - Caracterización Socioeconómica Nacional ), version 2017. Indicators of access to the health system (having health insurance) and effective use of health services (perceived need, appointment or coverage, barriers and need satisfaction) were described in immigrants and local population, self-reported. Gaps by immigrant status were estimated using logistic regressions, with complex samples. RESULTS Immigrants were 7.5 times more likely to have no health insurance than local residents. Immigrants presented less perceived need than local residents, together with a greater lack of appointments (OR: 1.7 95%CI: 1.2-2.5), coverage (OR: 2.7 95%CI: 2.0-3.7) and unsatisfied need. The difference between immigrants and locals was not statistically significant in barriers to health care access (α = 0.005). CONCLUSIONS Disadvantages persist regarding the access to and use of health services by immigrants as opposed to Chileans compared with information from previous years. It is necessary to reduce the gaps between immigrants and people born in Chile, especially in terms of health system access. This is the first barrier to effective use of services. The generation of concrete strategies and health policies that consider an approach of social participation of the immigrant community is suggested to bring the health system closer to this population.

RESUMEN OBJETIVO Comparar el acceso y uso efectivo de servicios de salud disponibles entre migrantes internacionales y chilenos. MÉTODOS Análisis secundario de la encuesta poblacional de Caracterización Socioeconómica Nacional (CASEN), versión 2017. Se describieron indicadores de acceso al sistema de salud (tener previsión de salud) y uso efectivo de servicios de salud (necesidad sentida, consulta o cobertura, barreras y satisfacción de la necesidad) en inmigrantes y locales, autorreportados. Las brechas por condición de inmigrante se estimaron utilizando regresiones logísticas, con muestras complejas. RESULTADOS Los inmigrantes presentaron 7,5 veces más chances de no tener previsión de salud que los locales. Los inmigrantes presentaron una menor necesidad sentida que los locales, en conjunto con una mayor falta de consulta (OR: 1,7 IC95%: 1,2-2,5), cobertura (OR: 2,7 IC95%: 2,0-3,7) e insatisfacción de necesidades. La diferencia entre inmigrantes y locales no fue estadísticamente significativa en barreras de acceso a atención en salud (α = 0,005). CONCLUSIONES Persisten las desventajas en acceso y uso a servicios de salud en inmigrantes en comparación con los nacidos en Chile en contraste con información de años anteriores. Es necesario reducir las brechas entre inmigrantes y nacidos en Chile, sobre todo en cuanto a pertenencia a un sistema de salud. Esta es la primera barrera para un uso efectivo de servicios. Se sugiere generar estrategias concretas y políticas en salud que consideren un enfoque de participación social de la comunidad inmigrante y, adicionalmente, acerquen al sistema de salud a esta población.

Utilização de serviços de saúde por imigrantes haitianos na grande Cuiabá, Mato Grosso, Brasil / Use of health services by Haitian immigrants in Cuiabá-Mato Grosso, Brazil

Resumo O objetivo deste artigo é analisar a utilização de serviços de saúde por imigrantes haitianos residentes na grande Cuiabá, Mato Grosso. Trata-se de um estudo transversal, com uma amostra probabilística de 452 imigrantes haitianos residentes em Cuiabá e Várzea Grande, entrevistados entre dezembro de 2014 e fevereiro de 2015. Foram avaliadas as características sociodemográficas e de saúde, hábitos de vida e a utilização dos serviços de saúde. Na análise dos dados foram calculados o teste de Qui-quadrado e a Regressão de Poisson para investigar os fatores associados à utilização dos serviços de saúde. Verificou-se que 45,6% dos entrevistados utilizaram algum serviço de saúde no Brasil, sendo maior a prevalência entre as mulheres, aqueles com maior renda, maior tempo de residência no Brasil, melhor entendimento da língua portuguesa e que autoavaliaram sua saúde como ruim. Os principais serviços utilizados foram Unidade Básica de Saúde (UBS) e atendimento de urgência e emergência públicos. Conclui-se que os imigrantes foram assistidos pelo SUS em acordo com o princípio constitucional do direito à saúde no Brasil.

Abstract This paper aims to analyze the use of health services by Haitian immigrants in Cuiabá, Mato Grosso. This is a cross-sectional study with a random sample of 452 Haitian immigrants in Cuiabá and Várzea Grande, interviewed between December 2014 and February 2015. Sociodemographic and health characteristics, lifestyle factors, and the use of health services were evaluated. Data analysis included Chi-square test and Poisson regression to investigate the factors associated with the use of health services. We found that 45.6% of respondents used some health service in Brazil, with a higher prevalence of use among women, those with higher income, longer residence time in Brazil, better understanding of the Portuguese language, and with poor self-reported health. The PHC Unit (UBS) and public urgent and emergency care were the primary services used. We conclude by saying that the SUS assisted the immigrants under the Brazilian constitutional principle of the right to health.

El deterioro de la tuberculosis en Chile / Worsening situation of tuberculosis in Chile

Background: Recent data suggest an increase in tuberculosis (TB) incidence in Chile. Aim: To evaluate recent epidemiological trends, geographic extension and potential factors associated with TB reemergence in Chile. Material and Methods: Data analysis from official sources and trend analysis. Results: TB incidence rate increased from 12.3 (2014) to 14.7 (2017) per 100,000 inhabitants. Morbidity rates also increased in nine out of 15 regions. The proportion of TB cases in specific groups has also increased in the last six years: HIV/AIDS (68%), immigrants (118%), drug users/alcoholics (267%) and homeless people (370%). Several indicators of the national TB program performance have deteriorated including TB case detection, HIV co-infection study and contact tracing activities. Overall results indicate a higher than expected case-fatality ratio (> 3%), high rates of loss from follow-up (> 5%), and low percentage of cohort healing rate (< 90%). This decline is associated with a Control Program with scarce human resources whose central budget decreased by 90% from 2008 to 2014. New molecular diagnostic tools and liquid media culture were only recently implemented. Conclusions: TB trends and overall program performance indicators have deteriorated in recent years in Chile and several factors appear to be involved. Multiple strategies will be required to rectify this situation.

Niveles socioeconómicos bajo y medio bajo comienzan a postergar la maternidad en Santiago de Chile / Delayed child bearing in a Chilean public hospital

Background: Postponement of motherhood is one of the most striking sociodemographic changes of modernity. Aim: To evaluate the age of primiparous women giving birth at a public hospital in Santiago, Chile. Material and Methods: Retrospective study, assessing the age and nationality of all women whose delivery occurred between 2009 and 2017 in a single hospital. Results: A total of 49,254 deliveries were registered: 43% were in primiparous women (73% Chilean and 27% foreign women). The proportion of foreign women increased from 12% in 2009 to more than 60% of total deliveries in 2017. Four percent of primiparous women were aged over 35 years of age and there was a steady increase in the age increase of primiparous women in the nine years of study. There was a higher proportion of normal-weight newborns among foreign women compared to their Chilean counterparts (86 and 81% respectively). Conclusions: In this sample of women attended at a public hospital, a steady increase in the age at first delivery was noted in a period of nine years. There was also a constant increase in the proportion of foreign women giving birth.

Estresse de aculturação e carga alostática entre mulheres imigrantes mexicanas / Acculturation stress and allostatic load among Mexican immigrant women / Estrés aculturativo y carga alostática en las mujeres inmigrantes mexicanas

Objetivos este estudo de caso-controle comparou os níveis de estresse e carga alostática (CA) entre mulheres mexicanas nos EUA ( n = 19) e no México ( n = 40). Método medidas de estresse incluíram a Escala de Estresse Percebido (EEP) e a Escala de Estresse Social das Mulheres Hispânicas (EESMH). Uma medida composta por 8 indicadores de CA (pressão arterial sistólica e diastólica, índice de massa corporal (IMC), relação cintura-quadril, colesterol total, hemoglobina glicada (hemoglobina A1C), triglicerídeos e proteína C-reativa) foi calculada. Resultados não houve diferenças significativas entre os grupos na CA entre mulheres mexicanas imigrantes e não imigrantes ( t = 1,55, p = 0,126). Uma análise fatorial de componentes principais foi realizada nos 8 indicadores de CA; uma solução de 2 fatores explicou 57% da variância. As diferenças entre grupo nos dois fatores CA foram analisadas usando MANOVA. O IMC e a relação cintura-quadril foram menores, mas a pressão arterial e os triglicerídeos foram maiores no grupo dos EUA e foram mediados pelo tempo nos EUA. O maior estresse de aculturação foi significativamente relacionado ao aumento da relação cintura-quadril ( r = 0,57, p = 0,02). Considerações finais os resultados sugerem que algumas medidas de CA aumentam com o tempo nos EUA e o estresse de aculturação pode ser um fator significativo.

Objectives this case-control study compared levels of stress and allostatic load (AL) among Mexican women in the US ( n =19) and Mexico ( n = 40). Method measures of stress included the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) and the Hispanic Women's Social Stressor Scale (HWSSS). A composite measure of 8 indicators of AL (systolic and diastolic blood pressure, body mass index (BMI), waist-to-hip ratio, total cholesterol, glycated hemoglobin (hemoglobin A1C), triglycerides and C-reactive protein) was calculated. Results there were no significant group differences in AL between Mexican and Mexican immigrant women ( t = 1.55, p = .126). A principal component factor analysis was conducted on the 8 AL indicators; a 2-factor solution explained 57% of the variance. Group differences in the two AL factors were analyzed using MANOVA. BMI and waist-to-hip ratios were lower, but blood pressure and triglycerides were higher in the US group and were mediated by time in the US. Greater acculturation stress was significantly related to increased waist-to-hip ratio ( r = .57, p = .02). Final remarks findings suggest some measures of AL increased with time in the US, and acculturation stress may be a significant factor.

Objetivos este estudio de casos y controles ha comparado los niveles de estrés y carga alostática (CA) en mujeres mexicanas en los EE.UU. ( n = 19) y México ( n = 40). Método las medidas de estrés incluyeron la Escala de Estrés Percibido (EEP) y la Escala de Estrés Social de las Mujeres Hispanas (HWSSS, por sus siglas en inglés). Se calculó una medida compuesta de 8 indicadores de CA (presión arterial sistólica, presión arterial diastólica, índice de masa corporal (IMC), relación cintura/cadera, colesterol total, hemoglobina glicosilada (HbA1c), triglicéridos, y proteína C reactiva). Resultados no hubo diferencias significativas de CA entre los grupos de mujeres mexicanas e inmigrantes mexicanas ( t = 1,55, p = 0,126). Se realizó un análisis factorial de componente principal de los 8 indicadores de CA; una solución de 2 factores explicó el 57% de la varianza. Las diferencias de grupo en los dos factores de CA se analizaron utilizando MANOVA. El IMC y la relación cintura/cadera disminuyeron, pero la presión arterial y los triglicéridos aumentaron en el grupo de los EE.UU. y estuvieron influenciados por el tiempo de residencia en los EE.UU. Un mayor estrés aculturativo se relacionó significativamente con el aumento de la relación cintura/cadera (r = 0,57, p = 0,02). Comentarios finales los hallazgos sugieren que algunas medidas de CA aumentan con el tiempo de residencia en los EE.UU. y el estrés aculturativo puede ser un factor importante.

Caracterización de sífilis en embarazadas controladas en la unidad de atención y control en salud sexual del hospital San José (HSJ), Santiago de Chile (2010-2016) / Characterization of syphilis in controlled pregnant women in the sexual health care and control unit of hospital San José (HSJ), Santiago de Chile (2010-2016)

Introducción: La sífilis gestacional continúa sien-do un problema de salud pública en el mundo. Produce severos efectos adversos en la madre y en el feto de no ser tratada. En Chile, el Ministerio de Salud ha establecido un tamizaje para esta infección cada 3 meses en el embarazo y al momento del parto. Un tratamiento adecuado y oportuno es capaz de prevenir todos los efectos adversos de la sífilis en el embarazo. Métodos: Este fue un estudio transversal retrospectivo que incluyó a 406 embarazadas controladas en la Unidad de Atención y Control en Salud Sexual (UNACESS) del Hospital San José (HSJ) entre los años 2010-2016. Resultados: Los resultados del estudio fueron que un 87,7% de las embarazadas eran chilenas y un 12,3% de otras nacionalidades. Las nacionalidades más frecuentes para el grupo de extranjeras fueron: 54% peruanas y 18% haitianas. Al ingreso al estudio, 47,5% de las embarazadas se encontraban en el segundo trimestre de embarazo. De todas las participantes, un 38,7% se encontraba en riesgo de sífilis congénita. Discusión: En total, un 23% de las participantes presentó un falso positivo biológico, cifra similar a la reportada en otros estudios. En este estudio encontramos que, en gestantes extranjeras, había mayor proporción de diagnóstico tardío en que chilenas. Esto podría deberse a dificultades para ingresar a la atención en salud. Conclusión: Pese a que en Chile contamos con buenas tasas de diagnóstico, el manejo de la sífilis gestacional podría ser mejorado con una detección y tratamiento temprano. Las extranjeras buscaron atención en salud más tarde que las chilenas, por lo tanto, recibieron tratamiento más tardío y con mayor riesgo de sífilis congénita. Esto se puede explicar por dificultades para ingresar al sistema de salud.

Introduction: Syphilis in pregnancy remains a global public health problem with severe outcomes if it is not treated properly. The Chilean Ministry of Health has established syphilis screening at three times during pregnancy, with a final retest is during labor. An adequate treatment can prevent all side effects of syphilis in pregnancy. Methods: This was a descriptive, transversal study which included 406 pregnant women who consulted for potential syphilis at the Control and Treatment of Sexual Health Unit (UNACESS in Spanish) of San José Hospital (HSJ) in Santiago, Chile from 2010 to 2016.Results: A 87,7% of the pregnant women were Chilean, while 12,3% had a different nationality. Among immigrants, the most frequent nationalities were: peruvian 54% and Haitian 18%. At enrol-ment, 47,5% of the pregnant women were in their second trimester. 38,4% was at risk of congenital syphilis.Discussion: Overall, 23,1% of the participants had a false positive test, which is congruent with pre-viously reported data. In this study, we found a higher rate of late diagnosis, mainly in the immigrant pregnant women, which could be due to difficulties in accessing healthcare and cultural matters. Conclusion: Despite a high overall treatment rate, antenatal syphilis management in this population could be improved by earlier detection and treatment. Immigrant women sought attention later in pregnancy, thus receiving delayed treatment with higher risk of congenital syphilis. This could be explained by obstacles in their access to healthcare.

La salud de trabajadores inmigrantes haitianos en Mato Grosso, Brasil: vulnerabilidades y riesgos / The health of Haitian immigrant workers in Mato Grosso, Brazil: vulnerabilities and risks

RESUMEN Se describen las relaciones entre inmigración, salud, trabajo y ambiente con el objetivo de analizar la inserción de inmigrantes haitianos en procesos productivos de Mato Grosso, destacando los riesgos para la salud y las vulnerabilidades socioambientales. Se trata de una investigación-acción desarrollada junto a la comunidad haitiana, organizaciones de la sociedad e instituciones del Estado. En 2014 y 2015 se aplicó un cuestionario a población haitiana de la ciudad de Cuiabá (capital del estado de Mato Grosso), para caracterizar sus condiciones de vida y trabajo. Además, se relevaron datos de distintas instituciones y el registro de empleadores que sometieron a trabajadores a condiciones de esclavitud contemporánea. Los resultados muestran 2.151 trabajadores haitianos registrados en el mercado formal de trabajo en 2014, distribuidos en 27 municipios de Mato Grosso. Dos sectores económicos se destacaron en la absorción de trabajadores haitianos: las industrias de transformación (principalmente frigoríficos) y la construcción civil. Entre los 452 haitianos entrevistados, el 52,7% estaba trabajando y el 26,5% mencionó una carga horaria semanal superior a 48 horas. El estudio indica la fragilidad de la inserción social de esta población, la cual se expresa en la presencia de haitianos en áreas y procesos productivos de alto riesgo socioambiental.

ABSTRACT The relationships among immigration, health, work and environment are explored with the aim of analyzing the insertion of Haitian immigrants in the productive processes of Mato Grosso, highlighting health risks and socioenvironmental vulnerabilities. An action research study was carried out in conjunction with the Haitian community, social organizations and State institutions. In 2014 and 2015, a questionnaire was applied among the Haitian population of the city of Cuiabá (capital state of Mato Grosso) to characterize living and working conditions. In addition, data from different institutions and the registry of employers that submitted workers to conditions of modern-day slavery were analyzed. The results include 2,151 Haitian workers involved in the formal labor market in 2014, distributed in 27 municipalities of Mato Grosso. Two economic sectors in particular absorbed Haitian workers: transformative industries (especially meat processing plants) and civil construction. Among the 452 Haitians interviewed, 52.7% were working and 26.5% reported a workweek longer than 48 hours. The study shows the fragility of the social insertion of this population, expressed through the presence of Haitians in areas and productive processes of high social risk.

Hepatitis B and asymptomatic malaria coinfection in Sub-Saharan African immigrants: epidemiological and clinical features of HBV infection

Abstract INTRODUCTION: Here, we conducted an epidemiological study of hepatitis B virus (HBV) mono-infected and asymptomatic malaria/HBV coinfected immigrants and further discussed the possibility of malaria disease modifying the clinical presentation of HBV infection. METHODS: A total of 195 African immigrants were examined for HBV infection or coinfection with HBV and asymptomatic malaria. HBV infection was diagnosed using serological tests and confirmed by PCR; furthermore, we performed a pan-Plasmodium-specific-nucleic-acid-sequence-based-amplification (NASBA) assay to detect asymptomatic malaria infection. The stage/grade of the liver disease was determined using echotomography and elastometry. RESULTS: PCR-NASBA results confirmed that 62 of 195 subjects (31.8%) were positive for Plasmodium infection, whereas 41 of 195 subjects (21%) tested positive for HBV chronic hepatitis (HBV-DNA positive). Among the HBV-positive subjects, 26 (63.4%) of them were mono-infected patients (Group A), whereas 15 (36.6%) patients had HBV chronic hepatitis and asymptomatic malaria coinfections (Group B). The HBV-DNA median levels were 1.4×105IU/mL in HBV-mono-infected patients and 2.0×105IU/mL in coinfected patients. Echotomography and hepatic elastometry presented similar findings for both groups of patients. CONCLUSIONS: Coinfected patients seem to present with the same clinical symptoms of the liver disease as HBV mono-infected patients.

Características de la atención pediátrica ambulatoria de familias nativas y migrantes / Characteristics of pediatric outpatient care of Argentine native and immigrant families

Introducción: Los procesos migratorios han aumentado a nivel mundial por múltiples causas. En nuestro país un 4.5% de población es extranjera y el 69% proviene de países limítrofes. La ley de Migraciones N°25.871 garantiza el goce igualitario de derechos a migrantes extranjeros y argentinos. La comuna 8 (CABA) presenta 19.9% de población extranjera. Su primer Nivel de Atención está a cargo, entre otros, de los Centros de Salud y Acción Comunitaria N° 5 y 18. El Hospital Juan P. Garrahan es centro de derivación regional. El objetivo de la investigación fue describir las características de la respuesta del Sistema de Salud, específicamente, comparar el acceso al primer nivel de prevención y la satisfacción con la actividad asistencial entre familias migrantes extranjeras y nativas. Métodos: Estudio multicéntrico, observacional y de corte transversal a través de entrevistas semiestructuradas a familias migrantes extranjeras y nativas entre Julio 2014 y Junio 2015. Los resultados se expresaron en frecuencias y porcentajes en forma global y comparativa entre ambos grupos. Resultados: Se encuestaron 287 familias, 52% nativas y 48% migrantes extranjeras. Se encontró menor acceso a trabajo formal en las últimas. Ambos grupos presentaron dificultad en la obtención de turnos, percibiendo trato más amable las primeras y mayor comprensión de indicaciones las segundas. En la asistencia médica se halló menor posibilidad de cumplir con indicaciones en familias migrantes. Conclusión: Los resultados reflejan similares características de atención pediátrica ambulatoria para familias nativas y migrantes extranjeras (AU)

Introduction: Migration has increased worldwide due to multiple causes. In our country, foreigners account for 4.5% of the population of whom 69% come from neighboring countries. The Law of Migration N°25.871 guarantees equal rights for immigrants and Argentinians. In Commune 8 (City of Buenos Aires) 19.9% of the population is foreign born. Their primary care attention is covered by, among others, Health Care and Community Action Centers N° 5 and 18. Hospital Juan P. Garrahan is a regional referral center. The aim of this study was to describe the characteristics of the response of the Health Care System, specifically, comparing access to and satisfaction with first-level care and disease prevention among immigrant and native Argentinian families. Methods: A multicenter, observational, cross-sectional study was conducted through semi-structured interviews with immigrant and native Argentinian families between July 2014 and June 2015. Results were expressed in rates and percentages overall and comparing both groups. Results: 287 families were interviewed, 52% were native and 48% immigrants. Reduced access to formal employment was found in the latter group. Both groups reported difficulties in obtaining appointments, perceiving a more friendly treatment in the former and better understanding of the indications in the latter group. Regarding medical care, less possibilities to adhere to the indications were found in immigrant families. Conclusion: Our results show similar pediatric outpatient health-care characteristics for native and immigrant families (AU)

Haití, la nueva comunidad inmigrante en Chile / Haiti, new immigrant community in Chile

Las migraciones constituyen un fenómeno creciente en América Latina, influido por factores económicos, laborales, búsqueda de bienestar social, educación y salud, entre otros. Chile presenta una tasa neta de migración positiva, y en el último tiempo ha destacado el gran número de inmigrantes haitianos que han llegado a nuestro país, especialmente luego del terremoto que le afectó el 2010. Provenientes de una cultura diferente, donde el estilo de crianza y las características de atención en salud, entre otros aspectos, difieren a la de nuestro país, conocer la cultura haitiana y su situación de salud es relevante para una mejor apreciación de sus necesidades y enfrentar de mejor forma la programación de la atención sanitaria de esta población que busca en Chile un lugar de acogida y mayor bienestar. Para profundizar los esfuerzos de integración en trabajo, salud, educación y en la comunidad parece aconsejable actualizar la legislación referente a migraciones, tal que permita abordar los problemas actuales a través de una ley migratoria que data de 1975.

Migration is a growing phenomenon in Latin America influenced by several factors such as economic stability, employment, social welfare, education and health system. Currently Chile has a positive migration flow rate. Particularly, a significant number of Haitian immigrants has been observed du ring the last years, especially after earthquake of 2010. These immigrants present a different cultural background expressed in relevant aspects of living including parenting and healthcare. Knowing the Haitian culture and its health situation is relevant for a better understanding of their health needs. Haitian people come to Chile looking for a cordial reception and willing to find a place with better perspectives of wellbeing in every sense. Immigration represents a major challenge for Chilean health system that must be embraced. Integration efforts in jobs, health, education system and community living should be enhanced to ensure a prosper settlement in our country. A new immigration law is crucial to solving major problems derived from current law created in 1975.

Hospitalizations for cancer in international migrants versus local population in Chile / Hospitalizaciones por cáncer en migrantes internacionales y población local en Chile

ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE To compare cancer hospital morbidity among the local population and the immigrant population in Chile. METHODS This is a prevalence study based on the analysis of hospital discharges of all the health centers of Chile. Cancer hospital discharges were characterized in 2012 according to the migratory status. The crude and specific rates of hospital morbidity for this cause were estimated for the analysis of their association with migratory status using zero-inflated negative binomial regression, adjusted for sociodemographic variables. RESULTS The neoplasms were the third cause of hospital discharges for immigrants and the seventh one for Chileans. The adjusted rate of cancer hospital discharges was higher for Chileans than immigrants, and the latter had fewer days of hospitalization and greater proportion of surgical interventions. In the group of immigrants, cancer hospital discharges mainly corresponded to patients belonging to the private system (46%), and in the group of Chileans they mainly corresponded to patients in the public system (71.1%). We observed a large difference in the proportion of cancer hospital discharges for patients with no health insurance between the two populations (22.6%: immigrants, 1.0%: Chileans). In both populations, the three most frequent types of cancer were: (i) lymphoid tissue, hematopoietic organs, and related tissues, (ii) digestive organs, and (iii) breast cancer. CONCLUSIONS Models of differentiated care should be considered for immigrants, with the creation of specific programs of information, coverage, and protection against cancer. More information on this problem must be generated at the local and international level.

RESUMEN OBJETIVO Comparar la morbilidad hospitalaria por cáncer entre población local e inmigrante en Chile. MÉTODOS Estudio de prevalencia basado en el análisis de egresos hospitalarios de todos los centros de Chile. Se caracterizaron los egresos hospitalarios por cáncer en 2012 según condición migratoria. Se estimaran las tasas brutas y específicas de morbilidad hospitalaria por esta causa, para finalmente analizar su asociación con el estatus migratorio mediante una regresión binomial negativa inflada por ceros ajustada por variables sociodemográficas. RESULTADOS Las neoplasias fueron la tercera causa de egresos hospitalarios en inmigrantes y la séptima en chilenos. La tasa ajustada de egresos hospitalarios por cáncer fue mayor en chilenos que en inmigrantes, y estos presentaron menor cantidad de días de hospitalización y mayor proporción de intervenciones quirúrgicas. En el grupo de inmigrantes, los egresos hospitalarios por cáncer corresponderán principalmente a pacientes pertenecientes al sistema privado (46%) y en chilenos a pacientes en el sistema público (71,1%). Se observó una amplia diferencia en la proporción de egresos hospitalarios por cáncer correspondientes a pacientes sin previsión de salud entre ambas poblaciones (22,6%: inmigrantes, 1,0%: chilenos). En ambas poblaciones, los tres cánceres que se presentaron con mayor frecuencia fueron: (i) tejidos linfáticos, órganos hematopoyéticos y tejidos afines, (ii) órganos digestivos y (iii) cáncer de mama. CONCLUSIONES Se deben considerar modelos de atención diferenciada en inmigrantes, creando programas específicos de información, cobertura y protección frente al cáncer. Es necesario generar más información sobre esta problemática a nivel local e internacional.

Brechas de desigualdad en salud en niños migrantes versus locales en Chile / Health inequality gap in inmigrant versus local children in Chile

Resumen Introducción: Los niños y jóvenes migrantes internacionales enfrentan diferentes retos en salud en comparación con la población local, en particular si se enfrentan a ambientes inseguros o a condi ciones sociales adversas. Este estudio busca identificar brechas existentes en resultados de salud de la niñez entre población migrante internacional y chilena. Métodos: Este estudio analiza tres fuentes de información: (i)Nacer en Chile: Datos de consulta antenatal recolectados de los registros electrónicos de las mujeres usuarias del programa Chile Crece Contigo, de todos los centros de salud familiar (CESFAM) de administración municipal de la comuna de Recoleta el año 2012; (ii)Crecer en Chile: Datos de encuesta poblacional "Caracterización Socioeconómica Nacional" CASEN 2013 y (iii)En-fermar en Chile: Datos de todos los egresos hospitalarios de 2012, proporcionada por el departamento de estadística e información en salud (DEIS) del Ministerio de Salud. Resultados: (i) Nacer en Chile: Hay mayor proporción de inmigrantes con riesgo biopsicosocial (62,3% vs 50,1% en chilenas) y con ingreso tardío al programa (63,1% vs 33,4%). Hay menos cesáreas en inmigrantes que en chilenas (24,2% vs 33,6%). (ii) Crecer en Chile: Existe una mayor proporción de niños migrantes fuera del sistema escolar y una mayor proporción en pobreza multidimensional (40% vs 23,2%). (iii) Enfermar en Chile: En migrantes entre 7-14 años es más frecuente egresar hospitalariamente por traumatismos/ otras causas externas (23,6% vs 16,7% en chilenos). Conclusiones: Este estudio entrega nueva evi dencia sobre necesidades urgentes de salud de nuestros niños en Chile. Este es un imperativo ético, legal y moral, independiente de la condición migratoria.

Abstract Introduction: Children and young international migrants face different health challenges compa red with the local population, particularly if they live in insecure environments or adverse social conditions. This study seeks to identify gaps in health outcomes of children between immigrant and local population in Chile. Methods: This study analyses data from three sources: (i) Born in Chile: Electronic records of antenatal visits from all municipal antenatal clinics of Recoleta in 2012; (ii) Growing up in Chile: Population survey "National Socioeconomic Characterization" (CASEN) from 2013 and (iii) Getting sick in Chile: Data of all hospital discharges in 2012, provided by the department of statistics and health information (DEIS) of the Ministry of Health. Results: (I) Born in Chile: Im migrants more frequently have psychosocial risk (62.3% vs 50.1% in Chileans) and enter later into the program (63.1% vs 33.4% enter later than 14 weeks of pregnancy). All birth outcomes were better among immigrants (e.g. caesarean sections rates: 24.2% immigrants vs % Chileans). (ii) Growing up in Chile: A higher proportion of migrant children is outside the school system and lives in multidi mensional poverty (40% immigrants vs 23.2% Chileans). (iii) Getting sick in Chile: Injuries and other external causes were more frequent cause of hospitalisation among migrants (23.6%) than the local population (16.7%) aged between 7 and 14 years. Conclusions: Addressing the needs of the children in Chile, regardless of their immigration status, is an ethical, legal and moral imperative.

An evolutionary approach to mania studying Sardinian immigrants to Argentina

Objective: To ascertain lifetime prevalence of positivity to a screening questionnaire for bipolar disorders (BD) in Sardinian immigrants to Argentina and residents of Sardinia and assess whether such positivity affects quality of life (QoL) in either group. Our hypothesis is that screen positivity for BD may be more frequent in immigrants. Methods: Observational study. Subjects were randomly selected from the membership lists of associations of Sardinian immigrants in Argentina. A study carried out in Sardinia using the same methodology was used for comparison. The Mood Disorder Questionnaire was used to screen for mania/hypomania and the Short-Form Health Survey-12 to measure QoL. Results: A higher prevalence of manic/hypomanic episodes was found in Sardinian immigrants to Argentina (p < 0.0001; odds ratio = 3.0, 95% confidence interval 1.87-4.77). Positivity at screening was associated with a lower QoL both in Sardinian immigrants to Argentina and in residents of Sardinia. Conclusions: To the best of our knowledge, this is the first study to show a higher lifetime prevalence of manic/hypomanic episodes in a general-population sample of individuals who migrated to a foreign country. Our results are in agreement with the hypothesis that hyperactive/novelty-seeking features may represent an adaptive substrate in certain conditions of social change.

Prevalence of Trypanosoma cruzi infection among Bolivian immigrants in the city of São Paulo, Brazil

With the urbanisation of the population in developing countries and the process of globalisation, Chagas has become an emerging disease in the urban areas of endemic and non-endemic countries. In 2006, it was estimated that the prevalence of Chagas disease among the general Bolivian population was 6.8%. The aim of the present study was to determine the prevalence of Trypanosoma cruzi infection among Bolivian immigrants living in São Paulo, Brazil. This study had a sample of 633 volunteers who were randomly selected from the clientele of primary care units located in the central districts of São Paulo, Brazil. Infection was detected by two different ELISA assays with epimastigote antigens, followed by an immunoblot with trypomastigote antigens as a confirmatory test. The prevalence of the infection was 4.4%. Risk factors independently associated with the infection were: a history of rural jobs in Bolivia, knowledge of the vector involved in transmission, and having relatives with Chagas disease. Brazil has successfully eliminated household vector transmission of T. cruzi, as well as its transmission by blood transfusion. The arrival of infected immigrants represents an additional challenge to primary care clinics to manage chronic Chagas disease, its vertical transmission, and the blood derivatives and organ transplant programs.

Migração internacional, saúde e trabalho: uma análise sobre os haitianos em Mato Grosso, Brasil / International migration, health, and work: an analysis of Haitians in Mato Grosso State, Brazil / Migración internacional, salud y trabajo: un análisis sobre los haitianos en Mato Grosso, Brasil

Este artigo aborda as relações entre imigração, saúde e trabalho e tem o objetivo de caracterizar a população de imigrantes haitianos em Cuiabá e Várzea Grande, Mato Grosso, Brasil, destacando suas condições de trabalho. Trata-se de um estudo exploratório com base em dados primários, coletados por meio de um inquérito aplicado à população haitiana em Cuiabá em 2014-2015. Foram entrevistados 452 haitianos residentes em Cuiabá e Várzea Grande (sendo 373 homens e 79 mulheres), e os resultados indicaram uma precária situação social dos imigrantes haitianos no Estado de Mato Grosso, marcada por elevada proporção de desemprego. Dos imigrantes entrevistados, 52,7% estavam trabalhando e 26,5% relataram carga horária semanal superior a 48 horas. Os dois principais grupos de ocupações exercidos por imigrantes haitianos em Cuiabá foram a construção civil e o setor de serviços e a maioria dos trabalhadores exerciam funções aquém da sua formação e profissões exercidas no Haiti. Os principais riscos percebidos nesses dois setores foram físicos (53,2% e 63,4%, respectivamente) e de acidentes (23,4% e 17,1%, respectivamente) e também foram relatadas manifestações de sofrimento físico e psicossocial. Essa pesquisa aponta para a precária condição social, econômica e laboral da população haitiana na capital mato-grossense.

This article addresses the relations between immigration, health, and work in Haitian immigrants in Cuiabá and Várzea Grande, Mato Grosso State, Brazil, emphasizing their work conditions. This was an exploratory study based on primary data collected through a survey of the Haitian population in Cuiabá in 2014-2015. A total of 452 Haitians were interviewed, living in Cuiabá and Várzea Grande (373 men and 79 women), and the findings point to the precarious social situation of Haitian immigrants in Mato Grosso State, marked by high unemployment. Of the immigrants interviewed, 52.7% were currently working and 26.5% reported a workweek greater than 48 hours. The two main occupations for Haitian immigrants in Cuiabá were construction and services, and most were working below their original level of training, skills sets, and job experience in Haiti. The main risks identified in these two sectors were physical (53.2% and 63.4%, respectively) and accidents (23.4% and 17.1%, respectively), in addition to reports of physical and psychosocial distress. The study points to the precarious social, economic, and labor conditions of the Haitian population in the capital of Mato Grosso.

Este artículo aborda las relaciones entre inmigración, salud y trabajo y tiene el objetivo de caracterizar la población de inmigrantes haitianos en Cuiabá y Várzea Grande, Mato Grosso, Brasil, destacando sus condiciones de trabajo. Se trata de un estudio exploratorio, basado en datos primarios, recogidos mediante una encuesta aplicada a la población haitiana en Cuiabá en 2014/2015. Se entrevistó a 452 haitianos, residentes en Cuiabá y Várzea Grande (siendo 373 hombres y 79 mujeres), y los resultados indicaron una precaria situación social de los inmigrantes haitianos en el estado de Mato Grosso, marcada por la elevada proporción de desempleo. Dos inmigrantes entrevistados, 52,7% estaban trabajando y un 26,5% informaron de una carga horaria semanal superior a las 48 horas. Los dos principales grupos de ocupaciones, ejercidos por inmigrantes haitianos en Cuiabá, fueron a la construcción civil y el sector de servicios. Además, la mayoría de los trabajadores ejercían funciones más allá de su formación y profesiones ejercidas en Haití. Los principales riesgos percibidos en esos dos sectores fueron físicos (53,2% e 63,4%, respectivamente) y de accidentes (23,4% y 17,1%, respectivamente) y también fueron relatadas manifestaciones de sufrimiento físico y psicosocial. Esta investigación apunta a la precaria condición social, económica y laboral de la población haitiana en la capital mato-grossense.

Prevalence of bullying by gender and education in a city with high violence and migration in Mexico / Prevalencia de intimidación desglosada en función del sexo y la escolaridad en una ciudad mexicana con índices altos de violencia y migración / Prevalência de bullying por gênero e escolaridade em uma cidade com altos índices de violência e migração no México

ABSTRACT Objective To understand the prevalence of bullying, by gender and educational level, in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, a city with high rates of violence and migration. Methods This was a cross-sectional, observational study conducted in 2012 – 2014 using a questionnaire known as the Bullying-Mexican. A probabilistic multistage cluster-sampling method obtained a study sample of 2 347 students (10 – 27 years of age) from the 400 000 enrolled in grade 5 – university level at the 611 public schools in Ciudad Juárez. Bullying prevalence and frequency (never, rarely, sometimes, often, every day) were analyzed with descriptive statistics. The statistical differences between males and females was assessed using a chi-square test; associations between frequency and academic level were determined by correspondence analysis and the Spearman Rho correlation. A multinomial logistic regression was performed to analyze whether gender and academic level acted independently in the frequency of bullying. Results Bullying prevalence was reported by 38% of females and 47% of males: ‘only victim’ represented 8.7%; ‘only aggressor,’ 13.2%; and ‘victim and aggressor,’ 21%. At higher levels of education, bullying prevalence declined; however, at the university, prevalence increased in the last semesters. Mockery and social exclusion were the two most dominant types of bullying, followed by beating, threats, and punishment. Conclusions The prevalence of bullying in Ciudad Juárez public schools is among the highest compared to other random studies and surveys. Bullying diminishes with age and educational level.

RESUMEN Objetivo Comprender la prevalencia de intimidación o bullying, desglosada en función del sexo y el nivel de escolaridad, en Ciudad Juárez (México), ciudad con índices altos de violencia y migración. Métodos Este estudio transversal de observación se realizó entre el 2012 y el 2014 con el cuestionario mexicano sobre la intimidación (Bull-M). Tras aplicar el método probabilístico polietápico de muestreo por conglomerados, se obtuvo una muestra de 2 347 estudiantes (de 10 a 27 años) de los 400 000 matriculados entre el quinto grado y el nivel universitario en las 611 instituciones de educación pública de Ciudad Juárez. Se analizaron la prevalencia y la frecuencia de la intimidación (nunca, rara vez, a veces, a menudo, todos los días) mediante estadísticas descriptivas. Se evaluó la diferencia estadística entre los hombres y las mujeres con la prueba de la ji al cuadrado y se determinó la asociación entre la frecuencia y el nivel académico mediante el análisis de correspondencias y la correlación ro de Spearman (R). Se aplicó una regresión logística polinómica para analizar si el sexo y el nivel académico eran variables independientes respecto de la frecuencia de la intimidación. Resultados La intimidación tuvo una prevalencia del 38% en las mujeres y del 47% en los hombres: refirieron ser “solo víctimas” el 8,7%; “solo agresores” el 13,2%; y “víctimas y agresores” el 21%. La prevalencia de la intimidación disminuye a medida que aumenta el nivel de escolaridad, aunque se registró un incremento en los últimos semestres de la universidad. Los dos tipos más predominantes de intimidación son la burla y la exclusión social, a los que siguen la agresión física, la amenaza y el castigo. Conclusiones La prevalencia de intimidación en las instituciones de educación pública de Ciudad Juárez se encuentra entre las más altas cuando se la compara con otros estudios y encuestas de diseño aleatorizado. La intimidación disminuye a medida que avanza la edad y aumenta el nivel de escolaridad.

RESUMO Objetivo Compreender a prevalência de bullying, estratificada por gênero e escolaridade, em Ciudad Juárez, México, um município com altos índices de violência e migração. Métodos Estudo transversal observacional realizado em 2012-2014 usando o instrumento Bullying-Mexican. Utilizando um método probabilístico de amostragem multietápica por conglomerados, obteve-se uma amostra de 2 347 estudantes (10-27 anos de idade) do universo de 400 000 estudantes matriculados da 5ª série ao ensino superior nas 611 escolas públicas de Ciudad Juárez. A prevalência e frequência (nunca, raramente, às vezes, frequentemente, todos os dias) de bullying foram analisadas mediante estatísticas descritivas. A diferença estatística entre homens e mulheres foi avaliada através do teste qui-quadrado; associações entre frequência de bullying e escolaridade foram determinadas mediante análise de correspondência e coeficiente de correlação de Spearman (R). Foi realizada análise de regressão logística multinomial para determinar se gênero e escolaridade influenciaram independentemente a frequência de bullying. Resultados O bullying foi relatado por 38% das mulheres e 47% dos homens: 8,7% identificaram-se como “somente vítimas”, 13,2% como “somente agressor”, e 21% como “vítima e agressor”. Nos níveis mais altos de escolaridade, a prevalência de bullying foi menor; porém, no ensino superior, aumentou novamente nos últimos semestres. Assédio verbal e exclusão social foram os dois tipos mais comuns de bullying, seguidos de agressão física, ameaças e castigos. Conclusões A prevalência de bullying nas escolas públicas de Ciudad Juárez está entre as mais elevadas já relatadas em estudos randomizados e levantamentos. O bullying diminui conforme a idade e escolaridade aumentam.