Global Health Communication for Immigrants and Refugees: Cases, Theories, and Strategies

This book explores the health communication challenges faced by immigrants and refugees in host countries,and provides theoretical frameworks and practical recommendations for promoting their health. It draws on case studies from various regions and emphasizes the importance of considering diverse communication perspectives and community responses.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 254 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into critical international cases of immigrant and refugee health, exploring diverse communication perspectives to provide theoretical frameworks and practical recommendations for designing future health communication campaigns and interventions for global health promotion. Renowned scholars shed light on the realities faced by immigrants and refugees in host countries, examining how national and global health risk situations, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, impact their health during challenging circumstances. The book offers valuable strategies for effective health communication to promote the well-being of immigrants and refugees, drawing from lessons learned from past campaigns, responses from diverse communities, and governmental policies.

With a wealth of case studies from major host countries across different continents, this book appeals to a wide range of scholars and professionals interested in health communication, public health, international relations, public administration, nursing, and social work. It serves as a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of health communication in diverse contexts and developing effective strategies to improve the health outcomes of immigrant and refugee populations worldwide.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032136370