Right to health in conflict situations 2013, para. 39
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Unaffordable health-care services, high taxes and confiscation of essential supplies by parties to the conflict increase the vulnerability of marginalized communities. Accessibility may further be hindered due to lack of linguistic and culturally appropriate health services and information. Failure to recognize the different needs of marginalized communities may deter them from accessing health care, as well as contribute to a profound sense of isolation and disempowerment.
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Special Rapporteur on the right of everyone to the enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health
Document type
Special Procedures' report
Means of adoption
N.A.
Topic(s)
Equality & Inclusion
Health
Humanitarian
Person(s) affected
All
Year
2013
Paragraph type
Other
Reference
SR Health, Report to the UNGA (2013), A/68/297, para. 39.