Migration and Health: A Framework for 21st Century Policy-Making
2011

Migration and Health: A Framework for Policy-Making

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Author Information

Author(s): Cathy Zimmerman, Ligia Kiss, Mazeda Hossain

Primary Institution: London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine

Conclusion

The article outlines a framework for understanding the migratory process and emphasizes the need for coordinated health policies that address the health implications of migration.

Supporting Evidence

  • Migration is a global phenomenon that influences the health of individuals and populations.
  • Policies to protect migrant and public health will be most effective if they address the multiple phases of the migratory process.
  • Health intervention opportunities exist at each stage of the migration process.

Takeaway

This article talks about how people moving from one place to another can affect their health and how important it is for countries to work together to help them stay healthy.

Limitations

The article does not provide specific data or empirical evidence to support its claims.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1371/journal.pmed.1001034

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