Understanding The Enablers and Barriers in Health Service Access Among Covid-19-Infected Reffugees in Turkey
Understanding The Enablers and Barriers in Health Service Access Among Covid-19-Infected Reffugees in Turkey

Author(s): Seyda Eruyar, Hatice Betül Yücekaya, Gökçe Baydoğan, Huriye Tak, Rabia Olucak
Subject(s): Health and medicine and law, Migration Studies
Published by: Transnational Press London
Keywords: refugee; health service access; enablers; barriers; disease awareness; Covid-19 pandemic;
Summary/Abstract: This study provides insights on the experiences of Covid-19 Infected refugees in accessing health services in Turkey. Semi-structured interviews were conducted online with 17 adult refugees who were diagnosed with COVID-19 from three distinct of Turkey, i.e. İstanbul, Kahramanmaras, and Konya. Data were analysed through a thematic approach. The results revealed two themes: enablers and barriers. Most participants highlighted that they have no difficulty accessing health services, including having tests, medication, and in-patient care. Fewer participants had difficulty in accessing health services because of registration issues, language barrier and limited knowledge about service utilisation.

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