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Examining the relationship between health-related need and the receipt of care by participants experiencing homelessness and mental illness.

Presented by BMC Health Services Research, Authors: Currie LB, Patterson ML, Moniruzzaman A, McCandless LC, Somers JM. The correlation between homelessness and mental illness has long been established, but how does this impact health service use? This study suggests that there may be a gap between need and utilization of services. Download Research (PDF)

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Maness DL, Khan M. Care of the Homeless: An Overview

American Family Physician, 89(8): 634-40: People experiencing homelessness face complex health concerns and have poorer health outcomes than those who are housed. This article identifies the demographics and risk factors of individuals experiencing homelessness, common health conditions, and discusses how an interdisciplinary approach can be used to address the various needs of this population. Download

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