Homes and Health: Appropriate Housing and Its Impact on Health
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What social determinant of health is highlighted in the text?

  • Access to education
  • Availability of public transportation
  • Proximity to parks
  • Affordable housing (correct)
  • How does overcrowding in housing impact health according to the text?

  • Improves family relationships
  • Reduces risk of communicable diseases
  • Increases risk of communicable diseases (correct)
  • Decreases stress levels
  • What health risks are associated with poor ventilation and mold in housing?

  • Reduced risk of allergies
  • Increased risk of cardiovascular diseases
  • Higher risk of respiratory diseases (correct)
  • Improved lung function
  • What is a significant consequence of lead poisoning from old homes?

    <p>Irreversible brain damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is highlighted as the main issue leading to homelessness in the text?

    <p>Affordability of housing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What health challenges do homeless individuals often face?

    <p>High rates of assault victims</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the estimated percentage of US low-cost housing contaminated with lead?

    <p>35%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which health issue is specifically mentioned as a risk factor for people experiencing homelessness?

    <p>Heat stroke</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common consequence of overcrowding in housing, according to the text?

    <p>Respiratory diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor contributing to poor health among homeless individuals?

    <p>Access to health services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of toxins can be present in inadequate housing conditions?

    <p>Heavy metals and gases like radon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of individuals is most susceptible to becoming homeless due to the unaffordability of housing?

    <p>People with serious mental illness</p> Signup and view all the answers

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