Challenges faced by migrant populations in complying with public health measures during the COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia: A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The COVID-19 pandemic adversely impacted migrants in Malaysia, raising concerns about the effectiveness of public health measures. This study aims to investigate challenges faced by migrant populations in complying with public health measures during the pandemic.

Methods

We conducted 29 in-depth interviews with stakeholders between April 2022 and February 2023. Thematic analysis was conducted, and results were organised by major COVID-19 public health measures: (1) movement restrictions, (2) non-pharmaceutical interventions, (3) COVID-19 screening and testing and (4) quarantine, isolation and hospitalisations.

Results

Migrants encountered difficulties complying with the movement control orders due to livelihood crises and a lack of understanding of regula

SUBMITTER: Loganathan T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11816197 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature