Unintended consequences of COVID-19

Objectives
The aims of this study are to synthesise the existing evidence of the unintended consequences (UIC) of public health and social measures implemented in camps and camp-like settings to prevent the spread of SARS-CoV-2, to analyse the pathways linking public health and social measures (PHSM) to their unintended consequences and to reflect on the applicability of existing frameworks for understanding and mitigating unintended consequences.

Conclusion
This study reveals the complex interactions between PHSM and UIC and their broad mostly negative effects on marginalised populations. To reduce UIC in future health emergencies, they must be considered in pandemic planning with all stakeholders. Trust-building should be central in health interventions and PHSM design for more effective and equitable responses.