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AN EVALUATION OF UK PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF IMMIGRANT WOMEN

BİRLEŞİK KRALLIK KAMU SAĞLIK HİZMETLERİNİN GÖÇMEN KADINLAR AÇISINDAN DEĞERLENDİRİLMESİ

Zeliha Burcu Yurtsal(SİVAS CUMHURİYET ÜNİVERSİTESİ SAĞLIK BİLİMLERİ FAKÜLTESİ)0000-0001-5586-0970
Kenan Yurtsal(SİVAS CUMHURİYET ÜNİVERSİTESİ, SİVAS MESLEK YÜKSEKOKULU)0000-0002-9330-258X
Pages
481–500
Publication Date
2026-05-31
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In conclusion, the assessment of public health services in the UK from the perspective of migrant women shows that while the NHS provides a strong foundation through universal access and preventative programmes, migrant women continue to face systemic, cultural, and linguistic barriers that limit their equal access to healthcare services.

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Objective & Hypothesis:Public health services in the United Kingdom are primarily delivered through the National Health Service (NHS), which provides healthcare free of charge.
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Key Findings & Data:Factors such as cultural differences, language barriers, socioeconomic constraints, and discrimination can significantly impact health outcomes among migrant women.
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Conclusion & Impact:In conclusion, the assessment of public health services in the UK from the perspective of migrant women shows that while the NHS provides a strong foundation through universal access and preventative programmes, migrant women continue to face systemic, cultural, and linguistic barriers that limit their equal access to healthcare services.
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📍Scope:Comprehensive Sample
⚙️Variables:Birleşik Krallık · Kamu Sağlık Hizmetleri · Göçmen Kadınlar

Abstract

Public health services in the United Kingdom are primarily delivered through the National Health Service (NHS), which provides healthcare free of charge. Migrant populations, particularly women, may face unique health challenges and systemic barriers that limit their access to these services. Factors such as cultural differences, language barriers, socioeconomic constraints, and discrimination can significantly impact health outcomes among migrant women. The aim of this study is to assess the accessibility and effectiveness of UK public health services from the perspective of migrant women. By identifying strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement, this article aims to contribute to policy development and service design to promote health equity. In conclusion, the assessment of public health services in the UK from the perspective of migrant women shows that while the NHS provides a strong foundation through universal access and preventative programmes, migrant women continue to face systemic, cultural, and linguistic barriers that limit their equal access to healthcare services. Policymakers and healthcare providers should integrate strategies to ensure that public health services are truly inclusive and responsive. By prioritizing equality and accessibility, the UK can improve health outcomes for migrant women and advance broader public health goals, ultimately developing a more inclusive and effective health system.

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Birleşik Krallık'taki kamu sağlık hizmetleri öncelikle, sağlık hizmetlerini ücretsiz olarak sunan Ulusal Sağlık Hizmeti (NHS) aracılığıyla verilmektedir. Göçmen nüfus, özellikle kadınlar, bu hizmetlere erişimlerini sınırlayan benzersiz sağlık sorunları ve sistemik engellerle karşılaşabilir. Kültürel farklılıklar, dil engelleri, sosyoekonomik kısıtlamalar ve ayrımcılık gibi faktörler, göçmen kadınlar arasında sağlık sonuçlarını önemli ölçüde etkileyebilir. Bu çalışmanın amacı, göçmen kadınların bakış açısından Birleşik Krallık kamu sağlık hizmetlerinin erişilebilirliğini ve etkinliğini değerlendirmektir. Güçlü yönleri, zayıf yönleri ve iyileştirme fırsatlarını belirleyerek, bu makale sağlıkta eşitliği teşvik etmek için politika geliştirme ve hizmet tasarımına katkıda bulunmaktır. Sonuç olarak, Birleşik Krallık'taki kamu sağlık hizmetlerinin göçmen kadınlar açısından değerlendirilmesi, NHS'nin evrensel erişim ve önleyici programlar aracılığıyla güçlü bir temel sağlarken, göçmen kadınların sağlık hizmetlerinden eşit şekilde yararlanmalarını sınırlayan sistemik, kültürel ve dilsel engellerle karşılaşmaya devam ettiğini göstermektedir. Politika yapıcılar ve sağlık hizmeti sağlayıcıları, kamu sağlık hizmetlerinin gerçekten kapsayıcı ve duyarlı olmasını sağlamak için stratejiler entegre edilmelidir. Eşitlik ve erişilebilirliğe öncelik vererek, Birleşik Krallık göçmen kadınlar için sağlık sonuçlarını iyileştirebilir ve daha geniş kamu sağlığı hedeflerini ilerletebilir, nihayetinde daha kapsayıcı ve etkili bir sağlık sistemi geliştirebilir.

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Yurtsal, Z. B., Yurtsal, K. (2026). AN EVALUATION OF UK PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF IMMIGRANT WOMEN. TOGÜ Sağlık Bilimleri Dergisi, Cilt: 6 Sayı: 2, 481–500. https://doi.org/10.52369/togusagbilderg.1909719

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