Twice As Likely To Be Ill If Homeless

New research shows that the proportion of homeless people in England reporting some form of physical and mental health problem is at least double that of the general population, and many are not getting the right help. Umbrella body, Homeless Link, is calling for a full health assessment for anyone identified as homeless and appropriate treatment for their physical and mental health needs. Using data from more than 2,500 homeless people, The Unhealthy State of Homelessness reveals that over 7 in 10 homeless people suffer from one or more physical health problem, and an even higher proportion report having a mental health issue.  Analysis indicates that many of these issues are severe in nature and occur at levels far higher than the general population. Read more on the Homeless Link website.