An estimated 14% of households in Detroit live in inadequate housing.
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How does food insecurity impact our health?
Lack of reliable access to sufficient affordable, nutritious food is a significant social determinant of health.
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Detroit program helps residents avoid impact of noise, air pollution
The Gordie Howe Bridge is reshaping a neighborhood with its increased truck traffic. A city program assists residents in adjusting or relocating.
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This Detroit program helps protect kids from lead poisoning
In the heart of southwest Detroit, Marlen Pena braved a fixer-upper. But when paint dust likely led to her daughter’s lead poisoning, she turned to LeadSafe Detroit for a lifeline.
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Understanding social determinants of health in Detroit
They cause real and meaningful health differences among populations, and ultimately are linked to how long people live.
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HEAL program aims to improve Detroiters’ asthma management
Nina Wimberley doesn’t remember a time when she didn’t struggle with asthma.
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How a Detroit program helps seniors access fresh food
The program offers a dollar-for-dollar match of up to $20 daily for fresh fruits and vegetables.