Hispanic health disparities and housing: Comparing measured and self-reported health metrics among housed and homeless Latin individuals.

ABSTRACT: Previous studies argue that Hispanics are healthier and less likely to experience homelessness than other populations in their same socioeconomic position. However, earlier studies have not explored the relationship between housing status and health for Latin individuals. This study examines 1) the health disparities between homeless and housed Hispanics in El Paso, Texas, and 2) the Hispanic health and homelessness paradoxes using an intersectional framework to understand health risks. A large number of Hispanic residents of El Paso (N = 1152) were surveyed. Demographic, health, and housing data were collected. We contribute to the literature by providing detailed health indicators for homeless Hispanics. To our knowledge, this is the first study to examine health disparities betwe

SUBMITTER: Castaneda E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8352211 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature