Refugee health in NSW

Abstract

Each year over 4000 humanitarian entrants settle in NSW. They have endured persecution and violations of their rights as human beings, sometimes torture, and almost always psychological trauma. Most have had significantly limited access to medical and dental care. Some have been exposed to adverse environmental conditions while fleeing or in refugee camps. In terms of health, refugees and other migrants with refugee-like experiences are recognised as being one of the most vulnerable groups in our society.