Original Language
English
ISBN
978-92-9268-878-3
ISBN (PDF)
978-92-9268-876-9
Number of Pages
66
Reference Number
PUB2024/006/R
Year of Publication
2024
A qualitative study on the foreigners’ access to health services in the Republic of Moldova
This qualitative study delves into the health-care experiences of foreigners in the Republic of Moldova, uncovering the access, barriers they face and their perceptions of health-care services. By examining these challenges, the study provides crucial insights into the inclusivity of the national health system and highlights opportunities for improvement to better accommodate migrant and refugee populations. Through a critical evaluation of current policies and practices, the findings offer a clear path forward for creating a more inclusive and accessible health-care environment, ensuring that health equity is achieved for all.
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- LIST OF ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
- DEFINITIONS
- EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
- INTRODUCTION
- 1. BACKGROUND
- 2. METHODOLOGY
- 3. ANALYSIS OF THE RESULTS
- A. Access to health services for foreigners
- i. Primary Health Care
- 1. Vaccination
- ii. Secondary Care
- 1. Emergency medical services
- 2. Non-emergency medical services
- iii. Hospital care
- iv. Other services: Dental services
- v. Access to health services by different categories of migrants
- i. Primary Health Care
- B. Barriers to accessing health services
- C. Health problems of foreigners
- D. Management of health problems
- E. Health insurance for foreigners
- F. Perceptions of the quality of health services
- G. Recommended approaches to improve access to health services for foreigners
- A. Access to health services for foreigners
- LIMITATIONS
- CONCLUSIONS
- ANNEXES
- Annex 1. Consent form
- Annex 2. Study design
- Annex 3. FGD guide for international migrants
- Annex 4. FGD guide for medical service providers
- Annex 5. In-depth interview guide for international migrants
- Annex 6. In-depth interview guide for medical service providers
- REFERENCES