The recent multi state outbreaks of measles and global outbreaks of the zika and ebola virus underscore the need for comprehensive and effective community emergency response plans. In response to these and past outbreaks, government agencies, local and state health departments, and other entities have developed and implemented prevention and outbreak response procedures to reduce transmission and illness severity. Unfortunately, these procedures often do not address the unique circumstances of persons experiencing homelessness. This fact sheet highlights communicable diseases within this population, addresses challenges in these public health issues, and provides strategies and tools that can be used to prevent and respond to emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases.
Prevention & Response to Infectious Diseases Within the Homeless Population(2016)
Categories:
Clinical Practice, Communicable Diseases, Infectious Disease