Asylum seekers flee their homeland because they seek security and a better future. However, as refugees they find themselves vulnerable to many dangers, since they do not have clear status in their host country. This means they cannot easily access medical and pharmaceutical services, and this leads to increased health risks and preventable medical conditions.
Refugees encounter barriers to medical and pharmaceutical services, stemming from immigrant restrictions, geographic barriers, and financial constraints. These collectively limit their ability to obtain the healthcare they need.
Language barriers in their host country, lack of knowledge about unfamiliar healthcare systems and laws, cultural differences, and absence of health insurance all contribute to refugees’ ability to access medical services upon arrival in a new country.
Some asylum seekers may arrive in a new country with pre-existing physical problems or various diseases acquired over time. Unfortunately, the limited capacity of the local healthcare system may hinder their ability to receive necessary attention.
To tackle these challenges and improve asylum seekers’ access to medical assistance, we are providing these solutions:
Through your generous giving and dedication of volunteers, we can provide financial assistance to those in need of medical services. This can help alleviate the burden they are carrying.
We conduct ongoing research to identify specific needs that asylum seekers are facing in the medical realm. This knowledge guides us in making targeted interventions to help serve their overall health.
Your involvement and partnership makes a vital impact on the health of asylum seekers. Together, we can help bridge the gap and provide essential support to those in vulnerable situations.
