78% OF HOMELESS PEOPLE REPORT HAVING HEALTH ISSUES.
Homeless individuals are more likely to suffer from conditions like asthma, COPD, heart problems, and stroke, often at a younger age than the general population.
Significant health issues affect those who are homeless; they frequently have greater rates of substance abuse, mental and physical health disorders, and early mortality than the general population. They also face obstacles while trying to get healthcare services, which makes them more dependent on emergency treatment and results in worse health outcomes.
Increased prevalence of chronic conditions: Homeless people are more prone to suffer from long-term physical health issues such respiratory disorders, cardiovascular disease, and infectious diseases like tuberculosis and hepatitis C.
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Increased mortality risk: Their typical age of death is between 43 and 45 years old, and their early mortality rates are thought to be more than twice as high as those of the general population.
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Foot and dental concerns: Due to inadequate cleanliness and limited access to care, homeless people are more likely to experience foot ailments like infections and ulcers as well as dental problems.
Risks to their health: They are more susceptible to frostbite, hypothermia, and other environmental health hazards.
Increased diagnoses for mental health issues: A sizable portion of the homeless population has been diagnosed with mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, and psychosis.
Self-medication: Many homeless people claim to use alcohol and drugs as a coping mechanism for mental health problems.
Barriers to accessing mainstream services:
Homeless individuals face numerous barriers to accessing healthcare, including lack of insurance, transportation, and documentation