The health needs of asylum seekers living in the community.
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Abstract
Asylum seekers living in the Australian community, and awaiting the outcome of applications for protection visas, may require medical treatment for a range of illnesses, and are likely to have psychological or musculoskeletal problems as a consequence of traumatic experiences in their own countries. Many require specialist treatment. Some asylum seekers living in the community are denied access to Medicare and can not afford basic medical treatment. This creates suffering in the short term and complications in the long term. Healthcare professionals have an ethical responsibility to provide basic medical care for asylum seekers in Australia.