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This study investigates the predictors of health accessibility among middle-aged and older Afghan refugees in Pakistan in light of the social determinants of health, operationalized across four dimensions: health spending, health provider facilities, health information, and health communication. Using microdata from the 2022 Health Access and Utilization Survey (\n                    <jats:italic toggle=\"yes\">n<\/jats:italic>\n                    \u2009=\u2009423) at the household level, the study employed descriptive statistics, chi-square test, and logistic regression to examine the association between sociodemographic factors and health accessibility. The findings revealed discrepancies in gender distribution, literacy levels, and language proficiency. 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