Together, let's end homelessness !
At Street nurses, as a medico-social organization, we are convinced that the end of homelessness in Brussels, Liège and elsewhere is possible.
Since 2005 in Brussels, and 2019 in Liège, we have been contributing to this by providing sustainable housing for the most vulnerable homeless people in terms of health.
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October 2024
Wounds and chronic diseases among homeless people: a public health issue
Wounds and chronic diseases, such as diabetes or hypertension, are common health problems among homeless people. Precarious living conditions, limited access to care, and recurrent comorbidities significantly complicate the management of these diseases.
October 2024
‘Withdrawal from oneself’
Living on the streets, in extremely precarious conditions of safety, sleep and food, usually leads, for practical or psychological reasons, to a deterioration in personal hygiene and clothing. This deteriorated state will be a warning signal for carers, and the extent of this deterioration will most often signal the seriousness of the situation.