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Housing To Health: A Literature Review Analyzing Housing Pathways And Policy Initiatives, Evan P. Lesser
Housing To Health: A Literature Review Analyzing Housing Pathways And Policy Initiatives, Evan P. Lesser
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Housing is a vital aspect of an individual’s ability to enjoy a healthy lifestyle. It is so integral that the United Nations has stated that housing is a human right and extends beyond just basic shelter where housing should provide a certain level of structural integrity of the infrastructure, security, affordability, and access to surrounding resources. Existing research studying the relationship between housing and health outcomes suggest those with poor housing exhibit higher levels of chronic conditions such as asthma, heart disease, and diabetes, and higher chances of accidents within the home. The goal of this literature review, which has …