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Human trafficking and exploitation: A global health concern
1London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, London, United Kingdon.
Plos Medicine
|November 23, 2017
Summary
This review introduces a collection on human trafficking, exploitation, and health. It highlights the global scale of trafficking and proposes a public health policy framework for interventions.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Global Health
- Health Policy
Background:
- Human trafficking and exploitation represent a significant global health crisis.
- The intersection of health and human trafficking necessitates a coordinated public health response.
- Existing frameworks for addressing human trafficking often lack a comprehensive public health perspective.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce the PLOS Medicine Collection on Human Trafficking, Exploitation and Health.
- To outline the global magnitude and public health implications of human trafficking.
- To propose a public health policy framework to guide interventions and responses.
Main Methods:
- This is a collection review, synthesizing existing research and policy discussions.
- It involves an overview of the scope and impact of human trafficking.
- The review establishes a public health policy framework based on current evidence.
Main Results:
- Human trafficking is a widespread global issue with profound health consequences.
- A public health approach is crucial for effective identification, prevention, and care of trafficked persons.
- The proposed framework offers guidance for policy development and implementation.
Conclusions:
- The PLOS Medicine Collection provides a vital resource for understanding and addressing human trafficking from a health perspective.
- Implementing a robust public health policy framework is essential to combatting human trafficking.
- Further research and interdisciplinary collaboration are needed to protect trafficked individuals and prevent exploitation.
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