No. 1 (2025)
Othering and Belonging. Construction and treatment of otherness

Publications

Health and homeless migrants: self-care practices, health determinants, and the holistic healthcare approach

Published 2025-10-02

  • Antonio Callea
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  • Enrica Caruso
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  • Alberto Moncada
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  • Tullio Prestileo
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  • Lucia Siracusa

Antonio Callea
Università degli Studi di Palermo

Enrica Caruso
Università degli Studi di Palermo.

Alberto Moncada
ARNAS Civico Palermo

Tullio Prestileo
ARNAS Civico Palermo

Lucia Siracusa
ARNAS Civico Palermo

Othering and Belonging. Costruzione e trattamento delle alterità

Abstract

The authors examine the interaction between social determinants of health and urban marginalization, focusing on homeless migrants in the Kalsa district of Palermo. The study highlights how social and cultural factors influence access to healthcare and the well-being of vulnerable populations, exploring dynamics of inclusion and self-care in heterotopic spaces. It proposes advocacy actions to reduce inequalities.

Keywords

social determinants of health; urban marginalization; migrants; advocacy; public health; Palermo

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