The document discusses the challenges faced by refugees in managing non-communicable diseases (NCDs) amid the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights how refugees are at an increased risk of severe COVID-19 outcomes due to pre-existing NCDs, compounded by socioeconomic stressors and barriers to accessing care. It also calls for a cross-sectoral, holistic approach to address the syndemic of NCDs and COVID-19 among refugees, emphasizing the need for international cooperation, inclusive health policies, and innovative interventions to improve healthcare provision and outcomes for this vulnerable population.
