Clinicians as advocates amid refugee resettlement agency closures.
J Public Health Policy
; 42(3): 477-492, 2021 Sep.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-1454884
ABSTRACT
As ongoing war and violence forcibly displace people worldwide, resettlement remains a critical response to the unprecedented global refugee crisis. In recent years, however, the USA (US) has diminished admissions, forcing agencies to shutter offices and resettlement programs across the nation-posing a silent threat to the refugee resettlement system. We provide historical context of refugee resettlement, discuss challenges, and offer recommendations for healthcare providers to become more effective advocates for refugee health in the USA. The need is urgent for healthcare providers and institutions-particularly in regions of high resettlement-to advocate for expanding and assuring sustainable capacity to care for refugees. Key elements include promotion of trauma-informed care, integration of social services in primary care settings, partnership with community-based organizations to promote continuation of care, advocacy for resources and services, and opposition to policies detrimental to the health of refugees and immigrants.
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International databases
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MEDLINE
Main subject:
Refugees
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
J Public Health Policy
Year:
2021
Document Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
S41271-021-00296-9
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