1. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Refugees, particularly those escaping areas of war such as Afghanistan, frequently face trauma and may suffer from PTSD or depression. Counselling and treatment for mental health issues, such as Cognitive behavioural therapy, and trauma-focused therapy, can be useful in treating PTSD and depression. Psychiatric drugs may be recommended in various instances. To meet the special requirements of refugees, it is critical to offer culturally sensitive and language-appropriate mental health care (Yesar et al., 2016).

 2. Infectious illnesses: During their displacement, refugees may have been exposed to infectious illnesses due to crowded and unsanitary environments. Tuberculosis, hepatitis, and parasite diseases are all common illnesses. It is critical to have regular screenings and medical checkups. Depending on the kind of illness, treatment may include a course of antibiotics or antiparasitic drugs. Vaccinations for avoidable illnesses are also frequently given to migrants upon arrival.  

3. Nutritional Deficiencies: Refugees frequently lack access to adequate meals. Malnutrition, particularly in children and pregnant women, can result in a variety of health issues. Nutritional supplements and education are critical treatment options. To correct inadequacies, refugees might be given fortified diets, vitamins, and minerals. Nutrition education programmes can also assist families in making healthier food choices while staying within their financial limits.

Australian Refugee Health Practice Guide, (2019). https://refugeehealthguide.org.au/referrals/western-australia/
Yaser, A., Slewa-Younan, S., Smith, C.A.(2016). Beliefs and knowledge about post-traumatic stress disorder amongst resettled Afghan refugees in Australia. Int J Ment Health Syst 10, 31. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13033-016-0065-7 

Kada Prasad is a religious offering made at a Gurdwara or Sikh temple. It is available to all visitors to the Gurdwara.

• 1,1/2 cup water

• 5 teaspoon sugar                        

4 tablespoons ghee

• 12 cups whole wheat atta or flour (desi atta)

Make the Sugar/Water Solution

1. In a medium saucepan, mix the water and sugar.

2. Stir in the sugar until it dissolves in the water. If you boil it for too long, it will turn into simple syrup. This will just take a few moments.

3. Turn off the heat. Take care not to overcook the mixture. Place aside.

1. Melt butter in a kadhai/wok.

2. Once melted, stir in the whole wheat atta. This will take around 4-5 minutes.

3. Continuously whisk the mixture.

4. The colour will fade to a pale mocha.

5. Continue to the following step once the colour has darkened significantly and bubbles have formed.

6. Pour in the boiling sugar/water mixture from the previous step. The flour/butter mixture will begin to bubble. Continue to stir for the following 5 minutes.

7. Continuously whisk the halwa.

8. The halwa should now be a firm, smooth mixture. The butter will slightly leak out. Your Kada Prasad is complete. Turn off the heat.

Calories: 336kcal Carbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 58mgSodium: 6mgPotassium: 104mgSugar: 15gCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg

Dessert is the final course.

Indian, and Punjabi cuisine