Homelessness is one of the hardest fights our patients go through other than their illnesses. Figuring out where to obtain shelter from extreme weather climates by itself exacerbates many diseases like COPD, asthma and CHF. Us as physician we cannot eliminate homelessness but we can help and provide resources for our patients to find a safe place to live in till they can figure a plan. In my next visit I will use the 211 number to call in order to help provide a shelter for my patients. Finding a safe place to be in, can be a start in order to help with controlling the many comorbidities that our patients have.
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