Migrants and refugees often miss out on good health plans, especially in Asia. The COVID‑19 crisis showed how badly they were left behind. A group called ANISE was created to fix these gaps in pandemic plans and health coverage. Now, many people are moving because of wars and bad economies. At the
A community group in Rochester teamed up with 14 immigrant health ambassadors from Hispanic/Latino and Somali backgrounds. In late 2023, they used a method called Photovoice to capture pictures that show what matters most for their health. After taking the photos, they sat together, talked about wha
The governor of California is caught between two big fights. One side wants to keep every child and adult, no matter where they come from, covered by state health care. The other side worries that the budget is already tight and more spending could hurt the economy. Newsom promised a future where
Canada is known for its multicultural society. But this diversity can make things tricky when it comes to mental health. Standard suicide risk assessments might not work well for everyone, especially immigrants and refugees. These groups might show signs of suicidal thoughts differently than people
Healthcare professionals often struggle to accurately assess pain and other symptoms in patients who do not speak the local language fluently. This issue can lead to improper treatment and poor health outcomes. One tool used to address this problem is patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs), which
The Netherlands is thinking hard about TB screening for newcomers. It's not just a health issue; it's also about money. The country wants to know if checking for TB in immigrants and asylum seekers is a good use of funds. People coming from certain places often bring TB with them. The big question
In France, undocumented immigrants face a healthcare system that is far from equal. Two main programs exist: State Medical Aid (SMA) and Urgent and Vital Care (UVC). SMA offers broad healthcare coverage, while UVC is limited to life-threatening situations. This setup raises questions about fairness
In Seattle, a big problem is that some women, especially those from East Africa, are not getting checked for breast cancer as often as they should. This is making things worse for them. Black women, in general, find out they have breast cancer later and it's more serious. But for immigrant women fro
Cervical cancer is a big problem for Hispanic immigrant women in the U. S. It's unfair because this disease can be prevented and cured if caught early. But many immigrant women face big challenges in getting the care they need. One place where this is a big issue is Tarrant County, Texas. The probl
A young Latino child's life took a dramatic turn when they fled violence in their home country, seeking safety in the USA. Little did they know, their journey would lead to a life-changing health diagnosis. The child was diagnosed with supravalvular aortic stenosis, a heart condition that required
