Blar i Faculty of Medicine på emneord "Immigrants"
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Cerebral palsy among children of immigrants in Denmark and the role of socioeconomic status
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019-05)Background Children of immigrants in Denmark have excess risk for some of the most well-established risk factors for cerebral palsy (CP). Objectives To study differences in risk of CP between children of immigrants and ... -
Health care-seeking patterns for female genital mutilation/cutting among young Somalis in Norway
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2018-04-18)Background: Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) is a great concern, considering all the potential health implications. Use of health care services related to FGM/C by women who have been subjected to FGM/C in Norway ... -
Immigrants’ use of emergency primary health care in Norway: a registry-based observational study
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2012-09-07)Background: Emigrants are often a selected sample and in good health, but migration can have deleterious effects on health. Many immigrant groups report poor health and increased use of health services, and it is often ... -
Preterm subtypes by immigrants' length of residence in Norway: a population-based study
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2014-07-21)Background: The reduction of the preterm delivery (PTD) rate is a maternal and child health target. Elevated rates have been found among several immigrant groups, but few studies have distinguished between PTD according ...