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Building knowledge about health services utilization by refugees.

Valerie Kiss1, Carolyn Pim, Brenda R Hemmelgarn

  • 1Department of Community Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Calgary, TRW Building, 3rd Floor, 3280 Hospital Drive NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4Z6, Canada.

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Refugees utilized more outpatient physician, emergency department, and hospital services than non-refugees in Calgary, Alberta. This study found no evidence of underutilization among refugee health services.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Health Services Research
  • Immigration Health

Background:

  • Understanding healthcare access for refugee populations is crucial for equitable health outcomes.
  • Previous research has indicated varied healthcare utilization patterns among immigrant and refugee groups.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the utilization of outpatient physician, emergency department, and hospital services between refugees and the general population in Calgary, Alberta.
  • To identify differences in healthcare-seeking behaviors and service needs.

Main Methods:

  • A matched cohort study comparing 2,280 refugees with 9,120 non-refugees in Calgary.
  • Utilized Alberta Health and Wellness administrative data to assess health services utilization over a 2-year period.
  • Adjusted for age, sex, and pre-existing medical conditions.

Main Results:

  • Refugees demonstrated higher utilization of general practitioners, emergency departments, and hospitals compared to non-refugees.
  • Refugees were more likely to be triaged for urgent conditions and female refugees for pregnancy-related issues.
  • Infectious and parasitic diseases were more prevalent among refugees.

Conclusions:

  • Refugees utilized healthcare services more intensively than the general population, with no indication of underutilization.
  • Findings highlight specific health needs and service demands within the refugee population.
  • Supports the need for targeted healthcare strategies and resource allocation for refugees.