Conflict and displacement in Sudan: Health challenges, socio-economic strain, trauma, and coping mechanisms among internally displaced persons in Port Sudan shelters.

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2025
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The conflict in Sudan has displaced over 3 million individuals, with Port Sudan hosting many internally displaced persons (IDPs). These individuals face inadequate access to resources, trauma, and limited healthcare, while resilience strategies remain underexplored. This study examined the socio-demographic characteristics, health status, displacement experiences, access to resources, and coping mechanisms of IDPs in Port Sudan. A cross-sectional survey of 259 IDPs was conducted using structured questionnaires. Quantitative data were analyzed descriptively, and qualitative data underwent thematic analysis. Nearly 70% of IDPs lacked essential resources, over 50% experienced trauma, and only 20% accessed mental health services. Women (91.8%) faced compounded vulnerabilities but demonstrated resilience through religious practices and social networks. The findings emphasize the urgent need for gender-sensitive interventions to improve healthcare access, address resource gaps, and enhance resilience among IDPs in Sudan.
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Authors Alfahal, Mohammed Salah; Alasha, Bashar; Ahmed, Amal Essam Ali; Higazy, Tsabeh Abdelrahem; Khalid, Eithar Mohamed; Salim, Doaa Saif Aldwalah; Ahmed, Omsalama Essam Ali
Journal Medicine
Year 2025
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10.1097/MD.0000000000042232
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trauma internally displaced persons gender-based violence healthcare access coping mechanisms port sudan sudan conflict

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