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- Title
Restrictive migration policies and their impact on HIV prevention, care and treatment services.
- Authors
Ekerin, Olabode; Shomuyiwa, Deborah Oluwaseun; Lucero-Prisno III, Don Eliseo; Agboola, Oluwafemi Oluwaseun; Damilola, Ayelawa Samuel; Onoja, Silvia Ojonoka; Chikwendu, Chisom Favour; Manirambona, Emery
- Abstract
Migration policies have a significant impact on population health, particularly for individuals living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). These policies not only determine who is allowed to enter a country but also influence which immigrants can access services provided by the government. Some countries continue to impose restrictions on HIV-positive individuals, justifying these measures as necessary to protect public health and mitigate healthcare and economic concerns. However, these restrictions lack a valid public health rationale. Due to social, economic and political constraints, restrictive migration laws hinder access to HIV prevention, care and treatment services for immigrants living with HIV. Immigrants face numerous challenges in accessing medication, adhering to treatment regimens and benefitting from HIV preventive efforts. This situation increases the risk of HIV infection and adverse health outcomes due to limited access to preventive programmes, social stigma and engagement in risky behaviours. Additionally, these restrictive migration rules negatively affect immigrants' mental health. To improve the health of both immigrants and host communities, inclusive and evidence-based migration policies that address healthcare through public health and human rights lenses are required.
- Subjects
HIV infections; HIV; HIV prevention; HEALTH of immigrants; RIGHT to health; EMIGRATION &; immigration
- Publication
Health Research Policy & Systems, 2024, Vol 22, Issue 1, p1
- ISSN
1478-4505
- Publication type
Letter
- DOI
10.1186/s12961-024-01172-0