World Heart Day.. The reality of the Sudanese and the challenges of healthcare – Something for the homeland – ✍️ Mr. Salah Ghariba
The celebration of World Heart Day takes place every year to remind us of the importance of heart health and its central role in our lives. However, this year has special connotations in light of the humanitarian crises facing the world, including the Sudanese crisis, which has forced thousands of Sudanese to leave their homes in search of safety. These refugees, led by Sudanese arriving in Egypt, face major health problems, including cardiovascular diseases, which have been exacerbated by the harsh conditions of displacement and war.
The impact of displacement is not limited to an individual's mental health, but also extends to their physical health. Exposure to psychological trauma, constant anxiety, and chronic stress all contribute to high blood pressure and arteriosclerosis, which are among the strongest risk factors for heart disease. Additionally, poor diet, lack of movement and exposure to physical stress increase the risk of heart disease among refugees.
The high rates of heart disease among Sudanese people in Egypt are due to genetic factors that may increase some individuals' predisposition to heart disease, particularly in light of a family history of these diseases, and to environmental factors such as pollution. , poor water quality and exposure to toxic substances, all of which contribute to an increased risk of heart disease, as well as behavioral factors such as smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, lack of activity physical activity and an unhealthy diet are all factors that contribute significantly to an increased risk of heart disease.
The challenges facing Sudanese asylum seekers include difficulty providing resources. Some organizations that provide health care to refugees suffer from a lack of financial, human and material resources. Some refugees may hesitate to seek health care out of fear. discrimination or rejection. Many applicants live in difficult living conditions as refugees, which negatively affects their health.
The media plays a vital role in raising awareness about the importance of heart health and providing the necessary advice and guidance to prevent diseases. The media can also highlight the suffering of asylum seekers and mobilize support to provide them with necessary health care. The media can also help change their health behaviors, by providing awareness programs focused on the importance of good nutrition, physical exercise and avoiding harmful habits.
International and local organizations play a vital role in providing humanitarian assistance to asylum seekers and providing primary health care. These organizations can also work to build local healthcare capacity and train medical staff to deal with emergencies.
Suggestions for practical solutions by offering comprehensive health awareness programs. Health awareness programs should be designed to be adapted to the culture, customs and traditions of refugees and include information on the importance of heart health, how to prevent diseases and where to obtain health care. provide integrated health services. Integrated health services must be provided. For refugees, these include primary health care, secondary health care and mental health care. Partnerships should be established between government organizations, non-governmental organizations, the private sector and the local community. provide health care to refugees. Psychological support should be provided to refugees to mitigate the effects of the psychological trauma to which they have been exposed and facilitate refugees' access to health services, by providing transport and translators and simplifying administrative procedures.
The Sudanese crisis has revealed the fragility of health systems in some countries and highlighted the need to strengthen international cooperation to provide health care to refugees. The international community must assume its responsibilities towards refugees and strive to meet their basic needs, including health care.
