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Evidence BriefSDG 3: Good Health2020Uganda

Dimensions of reintegration of Covid-19 survivors and suspects into their communit

Center for Rapid Evidence Synthesis (ACRES)DRRES-42

This Rapid Response should be cited as

ACRES (2020) Dimensions of reintegration of Covid-19 survivors and suspects into their communities; A Rapid Response Brief. Kampala: The Center For Rapid Evidence Synthesis

Summary

Background: Re-settling in communities for Covid-19 survivors and their contacts following release from isolation facilities might be particularly challenging. Due to the enormous fear Covid-19 has caused in communities, returning individuals are likely to be socially discriminated and face financial hardships. Findings: Reintegration is multi-dimensional, covering reinsertion in the community social structure, psychological recovery and financial recovery. Integration efforts should start early during isolation. Conclusion: It is necessary to rapidly set up robust systems to ensure reintegration of survivors into social structures and that they recover financially and psychologically.

Topics

Communicable DiseasesManagement of Communicable DiseasesCommunicable Diseases > Management of Communicable DiseasesIntegrated Nutrition & Food Security Interventions > Sustainable Livelihoods and Food SystemsLeadership & Governance > Community Participation & EngagementHealth Information, Innovation & Research > eHealth Applications & TelemedicineHealth Financing > Subsidy Models & Targeting