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Maternal and Child Health During Forced Displacement
Shela Akbar Ali Hirani1, Solina Richter2
1Rho Delta, PhD Candidate, University of Alberta, Faculty of Nursing, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Summary
Forced displacement severely impacts maternal and child health, leading to increased mortality and morbidity. Multilayered interventions are crucial to improve health, protect rights, and reduce vulnerabilities for displaced populations.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Global Health
- Humanitarian Studies
Background:
- Forced displacement poses significant risks to maternal and child health.
- Vulnerable populations face critical challenges in accessing essential services during displacement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the health effects of forced displacement on mothers and children.
- To identify challenges in humanitarian service delivery to displaced individuals.
- To advocate for multilayered interventions to enhance health and protect rights.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature search across multiple databases (Medline, CINAHL, Scopus, etc.).
- Inclusion of keywords related to displacement, health, challenges, and interventions.
- No restrictions on geographical region, publication type, or year.
Main Results:
- Forced displacement leads to food insecurity, inadequate shelter, poor sanitation, and healthcare system deficiencies.
- Lack of healthcare professionals, educational facilities, and cultural sensitivity exacerbate health issues.
- Outcomes include increased maternal and child mortality/morbidity, psychological distress, and exploitation risks.
Conclusions:
- Multilayered interventions, guided by socio-ecological frameworks, are essential for improving maternal and child health outcomes.
- Addressing systemic challenges in humanitarian aid is critical for protecting vulnerable displaced populations.
- Interventions must focus on improving health, safeguarding rights, and mitigating vulnerabilities.
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