Homeless patients had similar COVID-19 hospital outcomes

A study in the Canadian Medical Association Journal found no significant differences in in-hospital deaths or admission rates for people experiencing homelessness compared to housed individuals with COVID-19. The research analyzed data from 50 emergency departments across Canada, focusing on patients from March 2020 onward. It identified homeless patients as those without a fixed address or from shelters. While both groups had similar hospital outcomes, homeless patients were less likely to be admitted to intensive care or require intubation. The study suggests further investigation into potential disparities in treatment based on housing status.