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Unconventional Answers to Unprecedented Challenges: The Swedish Experience During the COVID-19 Outbreak

Giuseppe Valeriani1, Iris Sarajlic Vukovic2, Richard Mollica3

  • 1Refugee Health Centre, Ostergotland County Council, Norrkoping, Sweden.

Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health = Yebang Uihakhoe Chi
|August 6, 2020
PubMed

Insights

Migrants faced disproportionate impacts from coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Sweden implemented community outreach initiatives targeting migrant and ethnic minority groups to address these health disparities.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Health Disparities
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has highlighted significant challenges in addressing the healthcare needs of migrant populations.
  • Data from Sweden, aligning with reports from the UK and US, indicate that migrants have been disproportionately affected by COVID-19.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on migrants in Sweden.
  • To describe public health responses and initiatives implemented to support migrant and ethnic minority groups during the pandemic.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of data from Sweden's health authority on COVID-19 impact on migrants.
  • Review of public health strategies and community outreach initiatives targeting vulnerable populations.

Main Results:

  • Migrant populations in Sweden experienced a disproportionate burden of COVID-19.
  • Public health authorities have initiated targeted community outreach programs for migrants and ethnic minorities.

Conclusions:

  • Targeted interventions and unconventional approaches are necessary to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on migrants.
  • Addressing health disparities among migrant populations is crucial for overall public health during pandemics.

Keywords:
COVID-19Community healthHealthcare deliveryMigrantsTelemedicine

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