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ArticleJournal of migration and health2022

The health of internally displaced people in Syria: are current systems fit for purpose?

Aula Abbara, Diana Rayes, Abdulkarim Ekzayez, Samer Jabbour, Manar Marzouk, Houssam Alnahhas, Sara Basha, Zahed Katurji, Richard Sullivan, Fouad M Fouad

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Article in Journal of migration and health, 2022. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 13 papers.

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10 authors at 6 institutions in 4 countries.

Aula AbbaraImperial College, London, UK.
Diana RayesSyria Public Health Network, UK.
Abdulkarim EkzayezSyria Public Health Network, UK.
Samer JabbourAmerican University of Beirut, Lebanon.
Manar MarzoukNational University of Singapore, Singapore.
Houssam AlnahhasSyria Public Health Network, UK.
Sara BashaSyria Public Health Network, UK.
Zahed KaturjiLondon School of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, UK.
Richard SullivanResearch for Health System Strengthening in northern Syria (R4HSSS), King's College London, London, UK.
Fouad M FouadSyria Public Health Network, UK.
American University of Beirut · LBKing's College London · GBImperial College London · GBJohns Hopkins University · USNational University of Singapore · SGUniversity of Aberdeen · GB

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

introductionSyria has the largest number of internally displaced people (IDPs) globally with 6.7 million forced from their homes since the uprising erupted in 2011. Most face multiple intersecting vulnerabilities with adverse health impacts. We explore the key health concerns among IDPs, how the various health systems in Syria have responded to the dynamic health needs of IDPs and what modalities have been used by humanitarian actors to address these needs.

methodsWe undertook a scoping review of academic and grey literature for available evidence regarding the health of IDPs in Syria. We then organised an online workshop in November 2021 with around 30 participants who represent local, regional, and international organisations and who have relevant expertise. The discussion focused on how the health systems in Syria's various territories have responded to the health needs of IDPs, what this means to the structure and dynamics of these health systems and their intended outcomes and responsiveness.

findingsThese emphasised the weak evidence base around IDP health in Syria, particularly in certain geographical areas. Workshop participants explored the applicability of the term IDP in the Syrian context given the fragmented health system and its impact on IDPs, the importance of considering co-determinants (beyond forced displacement) on the health of IDPs and taking a transectoral, community led approach to identify and respond to needs.

conclusionThis manuscript presents some of the current issues with regards to IDP health in Syria, however, there remain numerous unknowns, both for the health of IDP as well as non-IDP populations. We hope that it will be the foundation for further discussions on practical steps relating to research, analysis and interventions which can support health system responses for IDPs in Syria.

Indexed as

AANE, Autonomous Administration of North and East SyriaConflictHealthHIDN, Health and Displacement NetworkIDPs, Internally Displaced PersonsInternally displacedISIL, Islamic State of Iraq and the LevantMHPSS, mental health and psychosocial servicesMNCH, maternal, neonatal and child healthNGO, non-governmental organisationR4HSSS, Research for Health System Strengthening in North West of SyriaSPHN, Syria Public Health NetworkSRH, sexual and reproductive healthSyriaUNSC, United Nations Security CouncilWASH, water, sanitation and hygiene

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PMID35942086
PMCPMC9356202
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