Borders, Immigrants, And Health.

There are roughly 45 million immigrants living in the United States. People from Mexico account for 25% of all US immigrants, although the demography of the immigrant population continues to change. Migration patterns along the US southern border are especially dynamic. Immigration and other policies affect the health of people on both sides of the US-Mexico border. Many factors, including citizenship status, geographic location, and language, influence immigrant health and contribute to disparities in life expectancy, health care access, and participation in safety-net programs.