Kosovo-Serbs’ experiences of seeking healthcare in a post-conflict and ethnically segregated health system

Xhyljeta Luta () and Tania Dræbel ()

International Journal of Public Health, 2013, vol. 58, issue 3, 377-383

Abstract: Fear, anxiety and language differences are still important barriers to Kosovo-Serbs’ access to formal health care. These barriers are partly overcome as interviewees establish and develop relationships to Kosovo-Albanian doctors based on reciprocal knowledge, trust, closeness, and regard. Hereby, Kosovo-Serb patients and Kosovo-Albanian doctors contribute to blur the lines the ethnically divided health system and transcend the legacy of war. Copyright Swiss School of Public Health 2013

Keywords: Kosovo; Health access; Post-conflict; Ethnic disparities; Health promotion (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2013
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DOI: 10.1007/s00038-012-0403-8

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