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Working Conditions and Self-Reported Health Among Undocumented and Newly Regularized Migrants in Geneva: A Cross-Sectional Study.
- Source :
- International Journal of Public Health (Frontiers Media S.A.); 2023, p1-9, 9p
- Publication Year :
- 2023
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Abstract
- Objectives: Most undocumented migrants are employed in so-called "dirty jobs" or "3D jobs" (dangerous, dirty and degrading) due to their lack of legal status. This study aimed to describe the self-reported health of undocumented and newly regularized migrants in relation to their working conditions. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted using data collected during the first phase of the Parchemins study (2017-18), a survey that monitors the socioeconomic and health impact of a regularization scheme for undocumented workers in Geneva, Switzerland. The sample consists of 395 undocumented and newly regularized migrants. Results: Overall, 147 (37.2%) rated their health as very good or excellent. Multivariable regression analysis indicated that work-related factors associated with better self-reported health included higher satisfaction with working conditions, while legal status regularization showed only a borderline association. By contrast, workers performing very demanding tasks and having more difficulties finding a new job were less likely to report very good or excellent health. Conclusion: Findings show that work-related factors had a stronger influence on selfreported health compared to legal status change. Further research is needed to evaluate the long-term impact of regularization on working conditions and self-rated health. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 16618556
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- International Journal of Public Health (Frontiers Media S.A.)
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 174368578
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.3389/ijph.2023.1606394