Poverty linked to future high health-care costs: CBC

This article from the CBC showcases stories from people living in poverty and medical professionals who work with vulnerable populations. An article in the latest issue of the American Journal of Preventative Medicine added to the body of evidence of a link between poverty and health care utilization. The researchers found that reducing poverty would assist with health care sustainability and improve health among the most vulnerable.

Link to the CBC article: http://www.cbc.ca/news/health/poverty-linked-to-future-high-health-care-costs-1.3065822

Link to the journal article (Open Access): http://www.ajpmonline.org/article/S0749-3797%2815%2900082-3/fulltext