Commentary: The Invisible and Forgotten

Iwundu, Chisom N; Maria, Diane Santa; Hernandez, Daphne C.

doi:10.1097/fch.0000000000000287

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“…Additionally, facing material and economic deprivation, they have competing interests between basic needs (e.g. housing and food) and access to personal protective equipment (PEE) and/or sanitation products (Iwundu et al, 2021; Lewer et al, 2020). Due to pandemic‐related closures, physical distancing and other containment strategies, single individuals with mental disorders and a history of homelessness struggle with social isolation and loneliness (Bertram et al, 2021).…”

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Differential impacts of COVID ‐19 and associated responses on the health, social well‐being and food security of users of supportive social and health programs during the COVID ‐19 pandemic: A qualitative study

Mejía-Lancheros

Alfayumi‐Zeadna

Lachaud

et al. 2022

Health Social Care Comm

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The effects of the coronavirus disease‐2019 (COVID‐19) pandemic on the lives of underserved populations are underexplored. This study aimed to identify the impacts of the COVID‐19 pandemic and associated public health responses on the health and social well‐being, and food security of users of Housing First (HF) services in Toronto (Canada) during the first wave of the COVID‐19 pandemic. This qualitative descriptive study was conducted from July to October 2020 in a subsample of 20 adults with a history of homelessness and serious mental disorders who were receiving HF services in Toronto. A semi‐structured interview guide was used to collect narrative data regarding health and social well‐being, food security and access to health, social and preventive services. A thematic analysis framework guided analyses and interpretation of the data. The COVID‐19 pandemic and response measures had a variable impact on the health, social well‐being and food security of participants. Around 40% of participants were minimally impacted by the COVID‐19 pandemic. Conversely, among the remaining participants (impacted group), some experienced onset of new mental health problems (anxiety, stress, paranoia) or exacerbation of pre‐existing mental disorders (depression, post‐traumatic stress disorder and obsessive‐compulsive disorder). They also struggled with isolation and loneliness and had limited leisure activities and access to food goods. The pandemic also contributed to disparities in accessing and receiving healthcare services and treatment continuity for non‐COVID‐19 health issues for the negatively impacted participants. Overall, most participants were able to adhere to COVID‐19 public health measures and get reliable information on COVID‐19 preventive measures facilitated by having access to the phone, internet and media devices and services. In conclusion, the COVID‐19 pandemic and associated response measures impacted the health, social well‐being, leisure and food security of people with experiences of homelessness and mental disorders who use supportive social and housing services in diverse ways.

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Differential impacts of COVID ‐19 and associated responses on the health, social well‐being and food security of users of supportive social and health programs during the COVID ‐19 pandemic: A qualitative study

Mejía-Lancheros

Alfayumi‐Zeadna

Lachaud

et al. 2022

Health Social Care Comm

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“…Employed African American mothers had the lowest rates of following exclusive breastfeeding recommendations for their infants due to holding full-time work positions and returning to the workplace early in the postpartum period to avoid loss of income and access to employer-based insurance coverage. 15 To empower African American women to initiate and continue healthy breastfeeding practices, it is critical to identify and address perceived cultural and environmental barriers to breastfeeding. Health education programs can increase the self-efficacy of African American mothers, increase cultural awareness of providers, and achieve greater outreach by promoting the use of culturally tailored print materials, bilingual tool kits, visual aid guides, and testimonials from other women with similar challenges, demographics, and socioeconomic characteristics.…”

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Commentary: Disparities and Racial Barriers Among African American Women Despite Breastfeeding Workplace Policies

Sajja,

Tundealao

2023

Family &Amp; Community Health

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Impact of COVID-19 on individuals experiencing homelessness: Lessons learned and recommendations for practitioners

Iwundu

2024

Glob Health Promot

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The COVID-19 pandemic, which brought about unprecedented changes globally, shed light on the significant disparities faced by persons experiencing homelessness (PEH). These individuals faced an elevated risk of contracting severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) due to factors such as lack of safe housing, limited access to hygiene and sanitation, and communal living situations. The unique challenges, vulnerabilities, and effects of COVID-19 on PEH is discussed, as well as lessons learned from these experiences, recommendations for practitioners, and the ongoing implications for addressing homelessness.

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Commentary: The Invisible and Forgotten

Cited by 3 publications

References 8 publications

Differential impacts of COVID ‐19 and associated responses on the health, social well‐being and food security of users of supportive social and health programs during the COVID ‐19 pandemic: A qualitative study

Differential impacts of COVID ‐19 and associated responses on the health, social well‐being and food security of users of supportive social and health programs during the COVID ‐19 pandemic: A qualitative study

Commentary: Disparities and Racial Barriers Among African American Women Despite Breastfeeding Workplace Policies

Impact of COVID-19 on individuals experiencing homelessness: Lessons learned and recommendations for practitioners

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