Exploring differences in the utilization of the emergency department between migrant and non-migrant populations: a systematic review

Exploring differences in the utilization of the emergency department between migrant and non-migrant populations: a systematic review

Abstract Background Migrants face several barriers when accessing care and tend to rely on emergency services to a greater extent than primary care. Comparing emergency department (ED) utilization by migrants and non-migrants can unveil inequalities affecting the migrant population and pave the way...

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Main Authors: Giulia Acquadro-Pacera, Martina Valente, Giulia Facci, Bereket Molla Kiros, Francesco Della Corte, Francesco Barone-Adesi, Luca Ragazzoni, Monica Trentin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-04-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
Migrants
Emergency department
Access to care
Inequalities
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-024-18472-3

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-024-18472-3

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