Homeless:a high risk group for the public health

Both developed and developing nations are affected by homelessness, which is a serious social and public health issue. The conditions that prevent someone from having access to a normal residence or dwelling are called homelessness. The number of homeless is increasing rapidly according to available estimates. It is estimated that over 100 million people worldwide are homeless and live in shelters or parks1. The number of people experiencing homelessness is on the rise and has dire consequences for their health and health care systems.