FOREIGN CITIZENS WITH URGENT PATHOLOGY: DIAGNOSTIC AND MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING PROBLEMS IN THE SETTING OF A SURGICAL HOSPITAL

The progressive growth of global migration is a natural result of human evolution. The Republic of Belarus, due to its geographical location and a number of objective reasons, is not only a final destination, but also, to a greater extent, a transit corridor for flows of labor and illegal migrants – especially those from Asian and African countries. International tourism and the export of educational services also contribute to the increase in the number of foreigners residing in our country. This creates an additional burden on the healthcare system and a clear threat of importing a number of dangerous infectious and endemic diseases that are not typical for our region. A study conducted at the Minsk City Clinical Emergency Hospital revealed that providing emergency medical care to visitors from disadvantaged regions and countries in Asia and Africa poses the greatest risks and challenges, including linguistic barriers. A significant increase in the number of hospitalizations of foreign citizens has been noted since 2021. Specific clinical cases are presented. Analysis of the obtained data revealed the need for actions and management decisions that could potentially reduce the burden on the healthcare system of the Republic of Belarus and prevent dangerous medical and social consequences caused by external migration.