Tanzania Diabetes Assocition, Tanzania NCD Alliance
Tanzania Merges HIV and Diabetes Care to Tackle NCD Crisis
Article
08 May 2024
The document discusses the challenges faced by refugees in managing non-communicable diseases (NCDs) amid the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights how refugees are at an increased risk of severe COVID-19 outcomes due to pre-existing NCDs, compounded by socioeconomic stressors and barriers to accessing care. It also calls for a cross-sectoral, holistic approach to address the syndemic of NCDs and COVID-19 among refugees, emphasizing the need for international cooperation, inclusive health policies, and innovative interventions to improve healthcare provision and outcomes for this vulnerable population.