A lifeline for the vulnerable: How stable housing reduces mortality
A study examining mortality risk among individuals in the United States who entered supported housing programs between 2017 and 2021 found that the first two years of stable housing are associated with significant reductions in mortality. The research tracked changes in all-cause mortality, as well as deaths specifically from overdose and suicide, highlighting the critical protective effect of housing stability for a high-risk population.
Why it might matter to you:
This research provides robust, population-level evidence that housing is a foundational determinant of health, directly impacting mortality from behavioral health crises. For professionals focused on chronic disease and prevention, it underscores that interventions addressing social determinants, like housing, can be as crucial as clinical management in improving long-term outcomes and reducing preventable deaths.
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