Table 2.

Summary of “push” and “pull” factors on the migration of health workers

Push factors encouraging emigration from source countries include:

• Poor remuneration  • Concerns for personal safety  • Few career prospects and opportunities for promotion  • Poor working conditions and heavy workload  • Poor living conditions

Pull factors encouraging immigration to destination countries include:

• Better remuneration  • Safer environment  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities  • Improved working conditions and facilities  • Higher standards of living