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Semi-structured interviews with 13 migrants (28–56) were analyzed thematically, capturing experiences across healthcare services, social networks, and digital platforms. Findings indicate key information priorities include navigating health services, managing chronic diseases, and adopting lifestyle practices such as physical activity, nutrition, and self-care. Language barriers and limited awareness of official resources are major obstacles, while informal networks and digital tools provide support. 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Marques1,2,3,4,5,6, Snia Dias1,2,3,4  \n1Nova National School of Public Health, Lisbon, Portugal 2Public Health Research Centre, Portugal 3Comprehensive Health Research Center, Portugal 4NOVA University Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal  \n5REAL, Portugal 6CCAL, Portugal  \nPTH 1: Determinants of Health Disease and Interventions 1, B307 (FCSH), September 3, 2025, 14:30-15:30  \nAims: This study aimed to explore the needs and strengths in health literacy?of migrants in Portugal, with a focus on access to health information.  \nMethods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with migrants residing in Portugal and thematic analysis was conducted to examine the content of the interviews. The study included 13 migrants, aged between 28 and 56 years, with diverse education backgrounds. Participants were from PortugueseSpeaking African Countries, Brazil, Columbia and Asia, resided in Portugal for a period ranging from 8 months to 6 years and reported chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.  \nResults: Preliminary results show that three different sources of access to health information were identified: (1) healthcare services (hospitals or primary care centers); (2) social networks (family, friends, group communities or workplace); and (3) digital platforms (Google Translate, SNS24 – digital service from national health service-or websites) . Access to health information primarily concerns (1) navigating health services, including obtaining a healthcare number and scheduling appointments); (2) disease identification and management, especially chronic conditions (3) lifestyle, including physical activity, nutrition and self-care.  \nLanguage barriers and lack of knowledge of official information resources were identified as the main barriers on accessing health information needed, mainly regarding healthcare system navigation and disease management.  \nConclusion: The findings highlight the challenges migrants might face in accessing reliable health information. Informal networksand digital tools are reported as significant sources. Strengthening formal health communication, integrating culturally and linguistically tailored health information, and addressing digital literacy disparities are crucial steps toward enhancing health equity and promoting informed healthcare engagement within migrant populations.","cbCaikz7m6nHITyW","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaikz7m6nHITyW","pdf",54655,"English","# Aims\n## Methods\n## Results\n## Conclusion","[{\"question\":\"What was the purpose of the study?\",\"answer\":\"The study aimed to explore migrants’ needs and strengths in health literacy in Portugal, with a focus on how they access health information.\"},{\"question\":\"How were data collected and analyzed?\",\"answer\":\"Semi-structured interviews were conducted with migrants residing in Portugal, and thematic analysis was used to examine the interview content.\"},{\"question\":\"What sources of health information were identified?\",\"answer\":\"Three sources were identified: healthcare services, social networks, and digital platforms.\"},{\"question\":\"What were the main barriers and suggested priorities for improvement?\",\"answer\":\"Language barriers and lack of knowledge of official information resources were main barriers. 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