Part of our new “Ethics Coffee Chats” series for clinicians, this discussion will explore ethical issues related to reproductive health. Clinicians often face challenging ethical situations when assisting people of reproductive age who are experiencing homelessness—from knowing which reproductive health issues to discuss with youth without homes to addressing the ethical considerations related to reproductive […]
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Though insurance plans and government-run health care plans often treat dental and vision care as supplementary, health care providers and patients know that proper oral and eye care are essential to good health. As a 2000 Surgeon General report notes, “The terms oral health and general health should not be interpreted as separate entities. Oral
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Vision and oral health play a salient role in an individual’s overall health and quality of life. Having good vision can help an individual safely navigate the world in which they live as well as help to ensure a healthy and active lifestyle. Additionally, having good oral health can improve one’s ability to speak, smile,
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Contains basic information about the Consultative Examination (CE) process for physicians and other health professionals. This SSA guide explains: the Social Security Disability programs; how the Disability Determination Services (DDS) requests CEs; what to look for in reviewing CEs; and the essential elements of CE reports for specialties most often involved in CEs for adult
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CDC study explaining how soup kitchen meals are more fattening than nutritious. Download Research (Link)
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Webinar Slides(PDF) In this webinar, participants will discover ways to address obesity prevention, promote healthy habits, and overcome challenges inherent in working in homeless shelter settings. To address issues of accessing healthy food and venues for physical activity, the New York Children’s Health Project conducts CHEFF’s and Microwave Cooking classes, aimed at increasing nutrition-related knowledge
Webinar Slides(PDF) This webinar will discuss how two health care for the homeless projects have implemented integrated behavioral health and primary care models and what factors have contributed to their successes. HCHs are increasingly witnessing the benefits of health care delivery models that integrate behavioral health and primary care services. Because of high rates of
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This issue explores the public health ramifications of unintended pregnancy and discusses contraception options for women experiencing homelessness. The newsletter also looks at funding sources for family planning programs and includes a toolkit of practical resources for providers and patients. Supplement: Methods of Contraception. Download Research (PDF)
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