Refugee Health Program: Oral Health

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Health care providers play an important role in promoting oral health. 

  • Pay extra attention to refugee oral health during medical appointments.
  • Set aside time for basic oral exams.
  • Allow time to educate your patients on oral health.

 

 

Refugee Medical Screening (RMS) Program

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Refugee medical screening is a thorough physical exam that includes a full screening for diseases that can be spread from person to person.

Refugee Health Program: Additional Resources

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Learn more about refugee resettlement and refugee health. This information may be helpful for anyone supporting or identified as a/an:

Refugee Health Program: For Health Professionals

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Refugee Health Program: For Health Professionals

Refugees have many unique health concerns. As health professionals, it is important to be aware of these needs and how to best address them. Select an area of interest below for more information.

 

Refugee Health Program

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Each year Wisconsin resettles refugees from a wide range of cultural backgrounds. The Wisconsin Refugee Health Program, together with state resettlement agencies and the Department of Children and Families, coordinates activities and supports refugee arrivals as they transition to life in Wisconsin. Select an area of interest below for more information.

 

 

Bureau of Refugee Programs Policy Manual Cover Sheets

Bureau of Refugee Programs (BRP) Policy Manual Cover Sheets

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Effective as of January 2025, BRP will post Cover Sheets associated with the publication of BRP Policy Manual updates. These Cover Sheets will highlight changes made to the BRP Policy Manual as new versions are published. 

FAQs About Refugee Resettlement

Frequently Asked Questions About Refugee Resettlement 

There are many myths and misconceptions about refugees in the United States and the resettlement process. Find the answers to some of the most common asked questions below. 

Who is a refugee?

A refugee is a person who has fled their country of origin due to well-founded fear of persecution due to race, religion, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. 

Refugee Cash Assistance

Cash Assistance for Refugees

Have you recently resettled in Wisconsin and need cash assistance? The Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) program provides temporary cash assistance during your first twelve months in the United States while you:

  • Look for work;
  • Learn English; and
  • Become a part of your local community

 You may be eligible for RCA if you are a: