Refugees and asylum seekers

Girl standing on a bus smiling Navigating a new country as an immigrant, refugee, or asylum seeker can be confusing and overwhelming. You must understand your rights and know where to access healthcare. According to Refugee Council, asylum-seeking women account for 14% of maternal deaths in the UK despite making up just 0.5% of the population. This should emphasise the difficulties of acquiring health services in an unfamiliar country. The charities in this section will help you register with a GP and access all the health services you need. As an immigrant, refugee, or asylum seeker, you must know about the healthcare you are entitled to in the UK. As well as healthcare advice, there is up-to-date information on policies that might affect you and your family.