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avje otrok in mladostnikov | health of children and adolescents 108 “It’s very hot in their homes. They smoke inside. And nutrition is a
problem. Poor, bland, unhealthy. Sweet soda drinks.” (F3, S2)
“Very few women breastfeed. Maybe the first month, but not after
that. They buy processed food, it’s the new fashion for them.” (F2, S1,
S2, S3)
In the children’s dispensary, they encounter problems regarding the man-
datory vaccination of children.
“Vaccination of children depends on the mother. There are problems with
prevention, there is no problem with curative treatment. We then “catch” them
and vaccinate them.” (F2, S1)
Health problems and doctor’s appointments
Experts point out unhealthy eating habits, obesity, diabetes and cardiovascu-
lar diseases.
“There are many people who suffer from diabetes and obesity. Cardi-
ovascular problems and heart attacks are present among Roma peo-
ple.” (F1, S1)
“There is one child who is only sent to kindergarten for lunch, but he
can’t even hold a pencil. He is so fat. I ask them if they ever cook spin-
ach, and they just look at me strangely. Burek, pizzas, iced tea, car-
bonated drinks, this is what Roma children love. And adults too.”
(F2, S1)
“We should put more effort into ensuring proper nutrition, so it would
be a good idea to organize courses and education.” (F2, S2)
Research participants note progress in hygiene and dental care.
“As far as cleanliness and hygiene are concerned, it’s different now.
They are nicely dressed. They used to be toothless. It’s a little better
now, they do brush their teeth.” (F2, S2)
They point out that general awareness of health care is still weak. Roma
women often do not come for examinations, even if they have an appointment,
they take advantage of the on-call service.
“If we order them at 7:00 a.m., they won’t be there. Then we say say
at 12:00. We say that something will be wrong with the child and they
come.” (F1, S2)
“The main thing is not to wait.” (F1, S4)
problem. Poor, bland, unhealthy. Sweet soda drinks.” (F3, S2)
“Very few women breastfeed. Maybe the first month, but not after
that. They buy processed food, it’s the new fashion for them.” (F2, S1,
S2, S3)
In the children’s dispensary, they encounter problems regarding the man-
datory vaccination of children.
“Vaccination of children depends on the mother. There are problems with
prevention, there is no problem with curative treatment. We then “catch” them
and vaccinate them.” (F2, S1)
Health problems and doctor’s appointments
Experts point out unhealthy eating habits, obesity, diabetes and cardiovascu-
lar diseases.
“There are many people who suffer from diabetes and obesity. Cardi-
ovascular problems and heart attacks are present among Roma peo-
ple.” (F1, S1)
“There is one child who is only sent to kindergarten for lunch, but he
can’t even hold a pencil. He is so fat. I ask them if they ever cook spin-
ach, and they just look at me strangely. Burek, pizzas, iced tea, car-
bonated drinks, this is what Roma children love. And adults too.”
(F2, S1)
“We should put more effort into ensuring proper nutrition, so it would
be a good idea to organize courses and education.” (F2, S2)
Research participants note progress in hygiene and dental care.
“As far as cleanliness and hygiene are concerned, it’s different now.
They are nicely dressed. They used to be toothless. It’s a little better
now, they do brush their teeth.” (F2, S2)
They point out that general awareness of health care is still weak. Roma
women often do not come for examinations, even if they have an appointment,
they take advantage of the on-call service.
“If we order them at 7:00 a.m., they won’t be there. Then we say say
at 12:00. We say that something will be wrong with the child and they
come.” (F1, S2)
“The main thing is not to wait.” (F1, S4)
