Currently, with the Sars-Cov 2 pandemic still in force and the multiple war, social and economic conflicts that are plaguing the world; the combination of health and migration has taken on a new dimension. Added to the above, there is another situation whose consequences are not yet fully quantifiable: climate change.
It seems that the review of all these questions can only be approached from pessimistic perspectives. Multiple problems that accumulate and complement each other, with no apparent solutions. At least not in the short term.
Health and migration
Throughout history, human beings have shown a natural tendency to migrate. Constantly moving from one place to another in search of a better life is part of our basic instincts.
Immigrants are often seen as invaders. This has the consequence that their fundamental rights are eventually violated. In addition to being victims of xenophobia and discrimination.
On the other hand, the fact of leaving behind the country of origin to move and settle in a different one, represents in itself a challenging action. Regardless of the level of simplicity or complexity that the process entails, a significant load of anguish and stress is always generated.
Family fragmentation and the feeling of being uprooted are other ingredients that can be part of this cocktail. Therefore, the mental health of migrants must also be at the center of attention.
Better conditions for all
Health and migration is a combination that will continue to be talked about for a long time. That it is no longer approached from a pessimistic perspective, such as situations of crisis and calamity, seems like a utopia.
However, and although it may seem like a utopia, it is in the hands of the global citizens generate positive changes. Migratory movements not only respond to the search for better living conditions. It also drives them and eventually makes them possible.
