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Exploring Hypertension Prevalence Among Ill-Housed Individuals In Urban Environments, Lia Goldberg, Sameer Shah, Nikhila Archakam, Murod Khikmatov, Kesha Choksi, Anddee White
Exploring Hypertension Prevalence Among Ill-Housed Individuals In Urban Environments, Lia Goldberg, Sameer Shah, Nikhila Archakam, Murod Khikmatov, Kesha Choksi, Anddee White
Rowan-Virtua Research Day
This study explores the interrelations of hypertension, homelessness, and access to healthcare in urban ill-housed populations. It was found that conditions such as heart disease and diabetes significantly exacerbate hypertension, which remains highly prevalent due to the population's limited access to consistent medical care. Homelessness further complicates the management of hypertension due to unstable living conditions, making adherence to treatment and follow-up with healthcare providers challenging. Additionally, factors like higher rates of substance abuse and malnutrition among homeless populations contribute to worsening hypertension, which, if untreated, can lead to severe health crises including heart attacks and strokes.
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Blue Ribbon Commission On The Regulation Of Health Care Expenditures, State Of Maine, 113th Legislature
Blue Ribbon Commission On The Regulation Of Health Care Expenditures, State Of Maine, 113th Legislature
Maine Collection
Blue Ribbon Commission on the Regulation of Health Care Expenditures
State of Maine, 113th Legislature (January, 1989)
Office of Policy and Legal Analysis, Room 101, State House--Sta. 13, Augusta, Maine 04333.
Contents: Preface / Executive Summary of Recommendations / Introduction and Background / Detailed Recommendations