Refugee and asylum seekers’ experiences of using the NHS
Healthwatch England have published a blog today. People are struggling to find the right information and are receiving care that’s not culturally appropriate.
Refugees and people seeking asylum are entitled to NHS care. This includes GP services, A&E, and maternity care.
However, feedback suggests that many face barriers to getting the care that they need. When they can access health care, it can sometimes be culturally inappropriate or insensitive.
