The adverse health effects of punitive immigrant policies in the United States: A systematic review.

Nicholas A VerniceNicola M PereiraAnson WangMichelle DemetresLisa V Adams

Published in: PloS one (2020)

Many punitive immigrant policies have decreased immigrant access to and utilization of basic healthcare services, while instilling fear, confusion, and anxiety in these communities. The federal government should preserve and expand access for undocumented individuals without threat of deportation to improve health outcomes for US citizens and noncitizens.

Keyphrases

healthcare
public health
primary care
mental health
emergency department
sleep quality
social media
drug induced
adverse drug