Research shows intentional drug overdose is most common reason homeless people present at hospitals

New research indicates that intentional drug overdose is the most common method used in a large number of "concerning" presentations at hospitals involving people who are homeless.

Research shows intentional drug overdose is most common reason homeless people present at hospitals

New research indicates that intentional drug overdose is the most common method used in a large number of "concerning" presentations t hospitals involving people who are homeless.

A conference heard that street drugs are three times more common in intentional drug overdose scenarios involving homeless people than compared to those in a fixed residence.

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