Can you social distance in a refugee camp while fleeing conflict during a pandemic?
In short: This panel discussion explores the intersection of health emergencies and the refugee experience. It contrasts the reality of self-isolation in wealthy nations with the challenges faced by those in crowded camps and those attempting to reach safety while national borders are closed.
The discussion, moderated by Mark Urban, features science journalist Sonia Shah and SOAS professor Laura Hammond. They examine the unprecedented challenges the Coronavirus crisis poses to vulnerable populations, specifically those fleeing conflict.
By looking at the history of health emergencies since the First World War, the panel seeks to understand if past experiences offer lessons for the current global situation.
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