Health of refugees from Ukraine in Poland: a comparative analysis of 2022–2023 surveys and data innovations

Overview

This report presents the findings of the second round of a mixed-methods survey conducted in 2022 and 2023 to assess the health situation of Ukrainian refugees in Poland. It focuses on the integration of survey data with administrative records and big data from mobile network and payment card operators to provide a more comprehensive and dynamic understanding of the evolving situation and health needs of refugees. The results of this study inform targeted interventions, more efficient resource allocation, and effective policies to improve the health and well-being of Ukrainian refugees in Poland. These studies also serve as a practical example for other countries of how to use innovative data sources and mixed method approaches to better understand and address the evolving needs of refugees and migrants.