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Originally presented via Zoom on May 23, 2024People who are unhoused face physical, mental, and social burdens that greatly increase morbidity and mortality rates relative to the general population. Extreme poverty, harsh living environments, trauma, and structural barriers are all causes of their poor health. This discussion will bring together representatives from the academic/healthcare community and the nonprofit community seeking to better understand the resources available and ways to address healthcare for people unhoused in our communities. Join us as we share research and resources, raise awareness, and provide education and insight on this critical topic for better health outcomes.Moderator and panelists:
Ann Elizabeth Montgomery, PhD
Associate professor, UAB School of Public Health, Health Behavior
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Health Services Research, Birmingham, AL
Stefan Kertesz, MD, MSc
Professor of Medicine
Birmingham VA Medical Center | Division of Preventive Medicine | Heersink School of Medicine UAB | The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Monnaka Speights, RN, MSN, AG-CRNP
Social Work Services, HCHV
Birmingham Veterans Health Care System
Amy G. Sparks
Alabama Regional Medical Services
Senior Director of Behavioral Health/Homeless Services