The public health challenges of female migration: the Venezuelan diaspora in Andean countries.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Venezuelan migration has experienced an unprecedented increase in the last decade, with approximately 7.7 million Venezuelan-born individuals residing in other countries as of 2024. Our study aims to identify the potential and actual demand for healthcare services (SRH) in the Venezuelan diaspora's four primary destinations within the Andean Countries: Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Chile.

Methods

Using official data from administrative records, censuses, and sample surveys reported by the host countries and international agencies, we estimate the annual evolution of Venezuelan-born women of reproductive age (WRA) and their offspring. Additionally, we conduct two case studies focusing on Colombia and Chile to analyse the groups most vulnerable to unmet health needs.

SUBMITTER: Rueda-Salazar S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11472551 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature