The situation of Roma in Europe: Healthcare, Inclusion of people with disabilities, Long-term care
The European Roma Grassroots Organisations Network (ERGO) have released a snapshot document highlighting healthcare, inclusion of people with disabilities and long term care within Roma communities in Europe.
- One in four (26%) Roma is not covered by national health insurance and/or private insurance.
- 28% of Roma feel limited in their activities by their state of health.
- 22% of Roma have a longstanding illness or health problem.
- There is a 10-year difference in life expectancy between Roma (64 years) and non-Roma (74 years), as well as a tenfold higher vulnerability to tuberculosis.
- One in 10 Roma and Travellers felt discriminated against when accessing healthcare in six countries, while almost all report worse health and more limitations than the general population.
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