Guérin P J, Vold L, Aavitsland P
Division for Infectious Disease Control, Norwegian Institute of Public Health, Nydalen, Norway.
Department of Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Division of Infectious Disease Control, Norwegian Institute of Public Health, Nydalen, Norway.
Euro Surveill. 2005 Mar;10(3):7-8. doi: 10.2807/esm.10.03.00526-en.
Reliable data on the health status of migrant seasonal workers in Europe is scarce. Access to public health care for this population depends on national regulations, and their legal status in host countries. In this manuscript we describe a case study of a salmonellosis outbreak that occurred in Norway, and highlight the difficulties encountered in applying control measures in a population of seasonal migrant farm workers. Surveillance and control of infectious diseases need to be supported by legislation which makes implementation of control measures possible. Efforts have been made to improve the rights for migrants in Europe with regard to healthcare, but seasonal migrant workers still remain largely outsiders where these measures are concerned. Special attention should be given to this disadvantaged group in terms of social rights and healthcare. Preparedness plans should be improved to deal with contagious pathogens involving the seasonal migrant population.
欧洲流动季节工健康状况的可靠数据稀缺。这一人群获得公共医疗保健的机会取决于国家法规以及他们在东道国的法律地位。在本手稿中，我们描述了挪威发生的一起沙门氏菌病暴发的案例研究，并强调了在季节性流动农场工人人群中实施控制措施时遇到的困难。传染病的监测和控制需要有立法支持，以便能够实施控制措施。欧洲已努力改善移民在医疗保健方面的权利，但在这些措施方面，季节性流动工人在很大程度上仍然是局外人。在社会权利和医疗保健方面，应特别关注这一弱势群体。应改进防范计划，以应对涉及季节性流动人群的传染性病原体。
