Date
12-16-2025
Department
School of Health Sciences
Degree
Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences (PhD)
Chair
Beth Sexton
Keywords
Health Access, Newly arrived Immigrants, Refugees, Healthcare Obstacle, Charlotte, North Carolina
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences | Public Health
Recommended Citation
Akinyelu, Yetunde, "Analysis of the Health Access Initiatives Available for Newly Resettled Immigrants and Refugees in Charlotte, North Carolina" (2025). Doctoral Dissertations and Projects. 7809.
https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/doctoral/7809
Abstract
The Health Access Initiative for Newly Arrived Immigrants and Refugees in Charlotte, North Carolina addresses the major obstacles which prevent these populations from obtaining vital healthcare services (P Iqbal., et al 2022). The research investigated healthcare difficulties faced by immigrant and refugee populations after their arrival in the United States while developing solutions to enhance their healthcare accessibility and results. The research employed qualitative methods to gather data through semi-structured interviews with immigrants and refugees who resided in Charlotte (Alkhawaldeh, et al., 2023). The research took place in community-based locations to create an environment where participants could freely discuss their experiences. The thematic analysis of data revealed three major challenges which included language obstacles and insufficient health insurance benefits and unfamiliarity with U.S. healthcare systems. The research demonstrates the immediate requirement for specific interventions that address immigrant and refugee needs through culturally sensitive healthcare services and improved insurance accessibility. The research recommends establishing community outreach programs and improving healthcare navigation services and developing policies that simplify healthcare access for these populations. The study provides essential knowledge to reduce healthcare disparities while improving health results for immigrants and refugees who recently arrived in Charlotte (Urban Initiatives, 2022).
