A Cross-sectional Study of Health, Migration-specific Issues, and Policy Awareness among Migrant Workers in a Rural Educational Complex of North Maharashtra

Abstract

Background: Migrants are prone to poor health, low wages and other issues. Awareness about the rights and laws pertaining to them is usually poor too. This study was planned with the objective of assessing health related aspects of migrant workers, migration specific issues and awareness about Government and other official services and schemes.

Methodology: Study was conducted on campus of an Educational Complex. The questionnaire was administered followed by general health Examination and essential treatment with health education talk.

Results: Prevalence of Obesity, Hypertension was around 10%, respectively. More than 95% respondents were totally unaware of the labour laws and medical schemes pertaining to them though most of them had bank accounts (79%) and low addiction rates (27.14 %) due to the company rules. Knowledge about the use of personal protection gear use and its application was seen (72%). Precautions regarding working in a hospital cases of needle prick injuries could be seen with no notion regarding its effects. A direct co relation regarding home visiting and happiness of the people could be gauged. Lack of hygiene, cleanliness & necessities could be observed.

Conclusion: Routine health check-ups, information about personal protection measures and provision of basic facilities for better life and their upliftment are recommended.