While there is growing recognition of the scale of international migration and displacement, less attention has been paid to the particular health needs of migrants and displaced persons. Migrant Health in Crises: A One-Day Symposium brought together a range of academics and practitioners to consider the particular health challenges facing migrants and refugees. Subject matter experts from humanitarian organizations, governments, and academic partners from around the world addressed some of the most pressing issues surrounding the health of displaced populations, both domestically and abroad. The discussion was organized around three focus areas that impact migrant health in crises, each with a regional focus: border health, health care for refugees, and the risks of infectious diseases in conflict situations.
This event was jointly organized by Center for Global Health Science and Security, the Department of Family Medicine at Georgetown University School of Medicine, Institute for the Study of International Migration, and the Global Health Initiative.