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Health emigration: a challenge in paediatric oncology.

Luisa M Massimo¹, Thomas J Wiley, Daniela Caprino

¹Department of Paediatric Haematology and Oncology, Giannina Gaslini Children's Research Hospital, Genoa, Italy. luisamassimo@ospedale-gaslini.ge.it

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|May 13, 2008

Summary

Families emigrate to Europe for advanced pediatric medical care, facing cultural challenges. Art therapy can improve communication and understanding between medical staff, children, and parents during treatment.

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Area of Science:

Pediatric Healthcare
Medical Sociology
Cross-cultural Medicine

Background:

Increasing numbers of families emigrate from developing countries to European states for advanced medical care for critically ill children.
This trend presents unique challenges for European healthcare providers, particularly Italian pediatricians, due to cultural differences in illness perception and customs.

Observation:

Life-threatening childhood illnesses significantly impact family dynamics and require preserving the parent-child bond.
Parental involvement, including entertainment during hospitalization, is crucial for a child's well-being.
Cultural and linguistic barriers can impede effective communication between patients, families, and medical staff.

Findings:

Art therapy can serve as a vital tool to bridge communication gaps, especially for children from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
This therapeutic approach aids medical staff in comprehending the anxieties and emotions of both children and their parents.
Understanding cultural nuances is essential for providing holistic and effective care to pediatric patients undergoing 'health emigration'.

Implications:

Healthcare systems should consider integrating culturally sensitive communication strategies and supportive therapies like art therapy.
Training for medical professionals should encompass cross-cultural competencies to better manage the needs of families seeking international medical treatment.
Further research into the efficacy of art therapy in diverse pediatric populations experiencing 'health emigration' is warranted.