Investigators at University of Colorado Detail Findings in Mental Health Diseases and Conditions (Strategies To Reduce Frequent Emergency Department Use Among Persons Experiencing Homelessness With Mental Health Conditions: a Scoping Review).

A recent report from the University of Colorado discusses strategies to reduce frequent emergency department (ED) use among individuals experiencing homelessness with mental health conditions. The study conducted a scoping review of articles that evaluated programs aimed at reducing ED visits by patients with mental illness who were also homeless. The review found that housing support and care management were the two main intervention categories, with varying degrees of success in reducing ED visits. The study concludes that further research is needed to determine the best strategies for specific populations and promote health equity among individuals experiencing homelessness with mental health conditions. [Extracted from the article]