Mental Health

Health in Immigration Detention: A GDP and WHO Report

By Michael Flynn, Sanja Milivojevic and Global Detention Project on 27 January 2026

Immigration detention poses significant risks to health and well-being, yet its use is increasing globally. In this WHO report, prepared by the GDP, the available evidence related to the health of migrants in immigration detention is reviewed, setting out the current status, main challenges, and evidence gaps. […]

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