Homelessness & Disease
It is common for diseases to outbreak in our homeless populations
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Example #1: Hepatitis B
Those experiencing homelessness are more likely to contract Hepatitis B. One study shows that 32.5% of individuals experiencing homelessness and using substances or facing mental health problems, tested positive for the Hepatitis B virus.
Example #2: Aids
Studies show that socioeconomic status and housing stability can have an impact on the treatment that individuals receive when living with AIDS