Homelessness effects on men's and women's health: A comparison between a representative homeless sample and an at-risk group

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The main health status differences between a representative sample of homeless people and an at-risk for homelessness group consisting of people who use services for the homeless such as soup kitchens and public baths but have and maintain a home is reported. The findings reveal that the homeless have worse health status compared with the at -risk group.

Author: Munoz, Manuel, Crespo, Maria, Perez-Santos, Eloisa
Science & research, Research, Women, Women's health, Men, Men's health, Homeless services

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Homelessness, mental health, and stressful life events: the Madrid experience

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This article discusses the sociodemographics of the homeless in Madrid. The authors conclude that mental illness, drug and alcohol use, and high degrees of stressful life experiences are found in much higher rates among the homeless than others and argue social services must improve to meet the special needs of the homeless.

Author: Vazquez, Carmelo, Munoz, Manuel
Spain, Psychological aspects, Management, Mentally ill persons, Demographic aspects, Mentally ill, Social services, Social service, Madrid, Spain (City)

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A comparative-study of the twelve-month prevalence of physical health problems among homeless people in Madrid and Washington, D.C

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A comparative study of the twelve-month prevalence of the physical health of homeless people in sample from Madrid and Washington, D.C. is conducted. The importance of health services in programs for homeless people and other implications for local health care systems is discussed.

Author: Vazquez, Carmelo, Munoz, Manuel, Dennis, Michael L., Crespo, Maria, Guisado, Ana Belen
Public affairs, Washington, DC, Washington, D.C., Homelessness, Health care services accessibility

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Subjects list: Health aspects, United States, Homeless persons, Social aspects
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