Mortality from treatable illnesses in marginally housed adults: a prospective cohort study

Abstract Objectives: Socially disadvantaged people experience greater risk for illnesses that may contribute to premature death. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of treatable illnesses on mortality among adults living in precarious housing. Design: A prospective cohort based in a community sample. Setting: A socially disadvantaged neighbourhood in Vancouver, Canada. Participants: Adults (N=371) living in single room occupancy hotels or recruited from the Downtown Community Court and followed for median 3.8 years. Main outcome measures: Participants were assessed for