Health

The aim of this study was to examine the relationships between housing well-being (a conceptualization of housing-related [dis]advantage), with self-reported sleep outcomes in Australians.
This qualitative study seeks to understand the factors contributing to people experiencing homelessness’ decision to seek or accept preventative sexual health services.
In this commentary, we reflect on the experiences of two Researchers with Lived Expertise/Experience of Homelessness, and a Senior Research Associate who all worked together on a recent study.

Persons with lived experience (LE) are increasingly recognized by researchers and funding agencies (e.g., the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute) as valued…

The COVID-19 pandemic placed unprecedented restrictions on people’s lives and usual behaviours, restricting movement in public spaces and interpersonal contact…

Housing Futures Essay The subject of ‘inclusion health’ has gained increasing prominence in both homelessness and health policy discourses across…

When faced with unstable housing, health often becomes a lower priority for patients. The case in this study highlights how the requirement for specialized medical equipment can serve as an additional barrier to securing shelter for individuals experiencing homelessness.
Optimal participation in essential daily activities has been shown to improve health outcomes and support independent living, but there is limited research that identifies activity performance priorities among people experiencing homelessness living in transitional housing.