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Health of migrants: simple questions can improve care - Authors' reply.
Date
2019Institutions
Abstract
We thank Baltica Cabieses for describing the importance of simple innovation in addressing some of the challenges reported in the UCL–Lancet Commission on Migration and Health, particularly regarding clinical consultations and the operationalisation of care pathways for migrants. The examples cited are consistent with the approach proposed in the Commission report and with the Commission's recommendation about implementing evidence-based health interventions, alongside analysis of effect and effectiveness. Although the novelty of the approach should be welcomed, it is essential that new measures to improve access to and quality of health care undergo evaluation to ensure effective services that meet the needs of all migrants...
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