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A Collaborative Approach To Caring For Refugees In The Covid-19 Pandemic, Sara Mojdehi
A Collaborative Approach To Caring For Refugees In The Covid-19 Pandemic, Sara Mojdehi
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With higher cases rates, it is clear that newcomer and refugee populations in Ontario have been disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. These vulnerable populations generally work in settings that increase their risk of infection and do not offer sick leave (ICES, 2021). In addition, overcrowded and multigenerational housing make it difficult for these individuals to adhere to self-isolation guidelines. Language and cultural barriers among refugee populations have also limited their access to information about the virus, making it challenging to follow public health measures (ICES, 2021).
The increased likelihood of an outbreak in these communities manifested itself in London, …