UNHCR, (2022)

The document provides information on the situation of Ukrainian refugees in Romania as of early December 2022. Over 7.8 million refugees have fled Ukraine, with 98,000 in Romania. A Multi-Sector Needs Assessment (MSNA) was conducted to understand the demographic profile, needs, and intentions of these refugees. Key findings include the average age of the head of household being 40.5 years, 78% being women, and 75% of household members being female. Employment challenges were noted, with 51% having a different professional status in Romania, and 80% reported not working. Healthcare barriers, education challenges, and accommodation preferences were also highlighted. The document emphasises the importance of addressing refugees’ needs and ensuring their socio-economic resilience. 

https://repository.impact-initiatives.org/document/reach/29ffbc17/ROU2204_REACH_Romania_2022_MSNA_Report-1.pdf (09.01.2023)

Essar, Mohammad Yasir et. all. (2022)

“As of the 24th of February 2022, the war in Ukraine has increased the risk for infectious diseases outbreaks in the country and beyond. The disruption of healthcare services, the destruction of critical infrastructure, the displacement of millions of civilians and the crowded living conditions in bunkers pose a formiddable threat to public health. Infections are emphasized due to the low rates of vaccination against COVID-19 and the high prevalence of chronic infections such as Tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS in Ukraine compared to the WHO Europe region. Collaboration between authorities and humanitarian organizations is necessary, in order to strengthen epidemiological surveillance and deploy vital resources that are required for the prevention and the management of infections.”

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.amsu.2022.103950