2021
DOI: 10.3390/ijerph182312615
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Agricultural Migrants’ Health and Ability to Access Care: A Case Study in Southern Italy

Abstract: Although a large amount of research exists about migration into the European Union (EU) and the role of migrants in European society, relatively little information is available on the health status of migrants after arriving in the EU. This is particularly true in the case of the most marginalised migrants, migrants from sub-Saharan Africa, who work as itinerant laborers harvesting fruits and vegetables in southern Italy. This study analyzes demographic and health data gathered by a non-governmental organizati… Show more

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“…In Italy, migrants who are engaged in agriculture and live in settlements face a lack of housing and sanitation and suffer segregation and racism. This situation prevents them from accessing comprehensive healthcare in Italy [20]. Another study shows that in Greece, despite European funding, psychological services and other health issues are deficient while Italy performs better in terms of the quality of health service provision.…”
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confidence: 99%
“…In Italy, migrants who are engaged in agriculture and live in settlements face a lack of housing and sanitation and suffer segregation and racism. This situation prevents them from accessing comprehensive healthcare in Italy [20]. Another study shows that in Greece, despite European funding, psychological services and other health issues are deficient while Italy performs better in terms of the quality of health service provision.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%